Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
serrulata
ID:
91158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. ii. 74.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090487



Common Names

  • Wollastonia serrulata
  • Brazilian Ironweed
  • Brazilian Vernonia


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Description

Wollastonia serrulata (also called Serrated Wollastonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and grasslands. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Wollastonia serrulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wollastonia serrulata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wollastonia serrulata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Wollastonia serrulata

Wollastonia serrulata is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in areas with moist soils.

Wollastonia serrulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wollastonia serrulata?

Wollastonia serrulata

What is the common name of Wollastonia serrulata?

Serrated Wollastonia

What is the natural habitat of Wollastonia serrulata?

It is native to South America and grows in open grasslands and woodlands.

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,