Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
1136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile 1891: 40 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000465

Common Names

  • Werneria glaberrima
  • Glaberrima Werneria
  • Smooth Werneria

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Description

Werneria glaberrima (also called Smooth Werneria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Werneria glaberrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Werneria glaberrima has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Werneria glaberrima is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Werneria glaberrima

Werneria glaberrima is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It is most commonly found in the Andes region.

Werneria glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Werneria glaberrima?

Werneria glaberrima

What is the common name of Werneria glaberrima?

Smooth Werneria

What is the natural habitat of Werneria glaberrima?

Werneria glaberrima is native to the Canary Islands.

What is the flowering period of Werneria glaberrima?

Werneria glaberrima flowers from April to June.

What is the height of Werneria glaberrima?

Werneria glaberrima can grow up to 1 meter in height.

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