Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vexata
ID:
87780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 33: 67, fig. 19 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087109



Common Names

  • Vexed Wedelia
  • Vexed Daisy
  • Wedelia vexata


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Description

Wedelia vexata (also called Wedelia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in disturbed areas, open woods, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Wedelia vexata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wedelia vexata is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wedelia vexata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Wedelia vexata

Wedelia vexata can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Wedelia vexata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wedelia vexata?

Wedelia vexata

What is the common name of Wedelia vexata?

Vexata Wedelia

What is the family of Wedelia vexata?

Asteraceae

Species in the Wedelia genus

Wedelia angustifolia, Wedelia hoffmanniana, Wedelia puberula, Wedelia camporum, Wedelia caleoides, Wedelia grandiflora, Wedelia tehuantepecana, Wedelia longifolia, Wedelia gentryi, Wedelia pascalioides, Wedelia bahamensis, Wedelia ehrenbergii, Wedelia greenmanii, Wedelia almedae, Wedelia simsioides, Wedelia acapulcensis, Wedelia pascalioides, Wedelia ayerscottiana, Wedelia trichostephia, Wedelia filipes, Wedelia rugosa, Wedelia ambigens, Wedelia forbesii, Wedelia serrata, Wedelia hispidula, Wedelia elliptica, Wedelia pallida, Wedelia lundii, Wedelia frustrata, Wedelia oligocephala, Wedelia cachimboensis, Wedelia keilii, Wedelia subalpestris, Wedelia bishopii, Wedelia warmingii, Wedelia phyllostachya, Wedelia vauthieri, Wedelia gaudichaudii, Wedelia pertenuis, Wedelia leucanthema, Wedelia xylopoda, Wedelia isolepis, Wedelia elottiana, Wedelia rosei, Wedelia grayi, Wedelia hintoniorum, Wedelia andersonii, Wedelia ovalifolia, Wedelia hassleriana, Wedelia gonzaleziarum,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-43483: Based on the initial data import
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.