Waltheria vernonioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 42(12): 13 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279051
Common Names
- Waltheria vernonioides
- Vernon's Waltheria
- Vernon's Cottonweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Waltheria vernonioides (also called Waltheria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and thick, green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Waltheria vernonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Waltheria vernonioides has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Waltheria vernonioides is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting of seedlings should be done when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Waltheria vernonioides
Waltheria vernonioides can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Waltheria vernonioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Waltheria vernonioides?
Waltheria vernonioides
What is the common name of Waltheria vernonioides?
Vernonioides Waltheria
Where is Waltheria vernonioides found?
It is found in Mexico and Central America
Species in the Waltheria genus
Waltheria collina, Waltheria bahamensis, Waltheria brachypetala, Waltheria virgata, Waltheria viscosissima, Waltheria pyrolifolia, Waltheria astropus, Waltheria glabra, Waltheria glomerata, Waltheria communis, Waltheria albicans, Waltheria arenaria, Waltheria arenicola, Waltheria lophanthus, Waltheria operculata, Waltheria indica, Waltheria involucrata, Waltheria lanceolata, Waltheria carmensarae, Waltheria berteroi, Waltheria madagascariensis, Waltheria ackermanniana, Waltheria carpinifolia, Waltheria cinerascens, Waltheria excelsa, Waltheria ferruginea, Waltheria glazioviana, Waltheria macrophylla, Waltheria maritima, Waltheria paniculata, Waltheria petiolata, Waltheria polyantha, Waltheria rotundifolia, Waltheria calcicola, Waltheria ovata, Waltheria microphylla, Waltheria acapulcensis, Waltheria detonsa, Waltheria acuminata, Waltheria conzattii, Waltheria lundelliana, Waltheria pringlei, Waltheria tridentata, Waltheria tomentosa, Waltheria bracteosa, Waltheria preslii, Waltheria bicolor, Waltheria fryxellii, Waltheria procumbens, Waltheria ladewii,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50301797: Based on the initial data import
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.