Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern ex Oliv.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 91(3): 491 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050569
Common Names
- Orbivestus turbinata
- Orbivestus
- Turbinata
Synonyms
- Vernonia rugosifolia De Wild. [unknown]
- Cacalia turbinata Kuntze [unknown]
- Vernonia turbinata Oliv. & Hiern ex Oliv. [unknown]
Description
Orbivestus turbinata (also called Turbinate Orbivestus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Orbivestus turbinata is used as a traditional medicinal plant, and its leaves are used to make tea and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orbivestus turbinata has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orbivestus turbinata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings of about 4-6 inches in length and plant them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for the cuttings to root.
Where to Find Orbivestus turbinata
Orbivestus turbinata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, grassy areas.
Orbivestus turbinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orbivestus turbinata?
Orbivestus turbinata
What is the common name of Orbivestus turbinata?
Orbivestus
What type of plant is Orbivestus turbinata?
Herb
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,