Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgulta
ID:
116841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 31: 203. 1892

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116170



Common Names

  • Virgulta Zexmenia
  • Virgulta False Boneset
  • Virgulta Zexmenia


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Synonyms

  • Zexmenia chiapensis Brandegee [unknown]
  • Zexmenia leucactis S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Zexmenia virgulta (also called Slender Zexmenia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white or pink flowers and linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Zexmenia virgulta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zexmenia virgulta is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zexmenia virgulta is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.

Where to Find Zexmenia virgulta

Zexmenia virgulta can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Zexmenia virgulta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zexmenia virgulta?

Zexmenia virgulta

What is the family of Zexmenia virgulta?

Asteraceae

Where is Zexmenia virgulta native to?

Mexico

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