Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
29966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 83 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029295

Common Names

  • Werneria Caespitosa
  • Tufted Werneria
  • Tufted Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Werneria acicularis A.Gray ex Rockh. [unknown]
  • Werneria haenkei Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Werneria caespitosa caespitosa [unknown]
  • Werneria caespitosa haenkei Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Werneria caespitosa (also called 'Tufted Werneria', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Werneria caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Werneria caespitosa is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Werneria caespitosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Werneria caespitosa

Werneria caespitosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in France, Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Werneria caespitosa FAQ

What is the common name of Werneria caespitosa?

Tufted Werneria

What is the natural habitat of Werneria caespitosa?

It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

What are the uses of Werneria caespitosa?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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