Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 231 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081077
Common Names
- Cinerascens Daisy
- Cinerascens Sunray
- Cinerascens Daisy-Sunray
Synonyms
- Vernonia luederitziana O.Hoffm. [unknown]
- Vernonia tephrodoides Chiov. [unknown]
- Vernonia cinerascens Sch.Bip. [unknown]
Description
Orbivestus cinerascens (also called the gray orbivestus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of up to 1 meter. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Orbivestus cinerascens is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and lawns.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orbivestus cinerascens is a small white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orbivestus cinerascens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized once a month during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage flowering.
Where to Find Orbivestus cinerascens
Orbivestus cinerascens is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.
Orbivestus cinerascens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orbivestus cinerascens?
Orbivestus cinerascens
What is the common name of Orbivestus cinerascens?
Gray Orbivestus
What is the habitat of Orbivestus cinerascens?
It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas
Species in the Orbivestus genus
Orbivestus unionus,
Orbivestus turbinata,
Orbivestus bamendae,
Orbivestus albocinerascens,
Orbivestus catumbensis,
Orbivestus blumeoides,
Orbivestus leopoldii,
Orbivestus unionis,
Orbivestus teitensis,
Orbivestus homilanthus,
Orbivestus cinerascens,
Orbivestus karaguensis,
Orbivestus undulatus,
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,