Werneria villosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
10069
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts v. (1861) 139.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009398
Common Names
- Villous Werneria
- Villous False Aster
- Villous Starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Werneria caulescens Griseb. [unknown]
Description
Werneria villosa (also called hairy werneria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and rocky slopes. It has small, yellow flowers and hairy leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Werneria villosa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Werneria villosa is a yellow daisy-like flower head. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of hairy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Werneria villosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Werneria villosa
Werneria villosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Werneria villosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Werneria villosa?
Werneria villosa
What type of plant is Werneria villosa?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Werneria villosa found?
Central and South America
Species in the Werneria genus
Werneria glaberrima, Werneria nubigena, Werneria orbignyana, Werneria apiculata, Werneria obtusiloba, Werneria villosa, Werneria pumila, Werneria melanandra, Werneria cochlearis, Werneria caespitosa, Werneria macbridei, Werneria pygmaea, Werneria heteroloba, Werneria staticifolia, Werneria weberbaueriana, Werneria solivifolia, Werneria aretioides, Werneria carnulosa, Werneria pectinata, Werneria spathulata, Werneria graminifolia,
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-109105: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.