Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocephala
ID:
74168

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 22: 428 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073497

Common Names

  • Sphaerocephala Verbesina
  • Golden Crownbeard
  • Crownbeard

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Synonyms

  • Verbesina sphaerocephala sphaerocephala [unknown]
  • Zexmenia pustulata M.E.Jones [unknown]

Description

Verbesina sphaerocephala (also called Round-headed Verbesina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an annual herb with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Verbesina sphaerocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbesina sphaerocephala has small yellow flowers with a single yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbesina sphaerocephala can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For division, carefully separate the clumps of the plant and replant them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Verbesina sphaerocephala

Verbesina sphaerocephala is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, sandy habitats. It is also found in parts of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

Verbesina sphaerocephala FAQ

How much sunlight does Verbesina sphaerocephala need?

Verbesina sphaerocephala needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.

How much water does Verbesina sphaerocephala need?

Verbesina sphaerocephala needs moist soil and regular watering to thrive.

What is the best soil type for Verbesina sphaerocephala?

Verbesina sphaerocephala prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6-7.

Species in the Verbesina genus

Verbesina synethes, Verbesina cymbipalea, Verbesina linearis, Verbesina teotepecana, Verbesina platanarana, Verbesina machucana, Verbesina propinqua, Verbesina ortegae, Verbesina hispida, Verbesina lundellii, Verbesina peruviana, Verbesina nelsonii, Verbesina bolanosana, Verbesina liebmannii, Verbesina lehmannii, Verbesina platyptera, Verbesina walteri, Verbesina discoidea, Verbesina heterophylla, Verbesina macbridei, Verbesina angustifolia, Verbesina microcarpa, Verbesina pallens, Verbesina longifolia, Verbesina rhomboidea, Verbesina chilapana, Verbesina barrancae, Verbesina hypoglauca, Verbesina blakeana, Verbesina centroboyacana, Verbesina villaregalis, Verbesina oligactis, Verbesina nayaritensis, Verbesina eperetma, Verbesina grayi, Verbesina acuminata, Verbesina barclayae, Verbesina alternifolia, Verbesina leucactinota, Verbesina reyesii, Verbesina robinsonii, Verbesina schaffneri, Verbesina kingii, Verbesina dentata, Verbesina ricacosta, Verbesina contumacensis, Verbesina holwayi, Verbesina richardsonii, Verbesina minarum, Verbesina plowmanii,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-30241: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.