Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 49: 374 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134133
Common Names
- Spotted viguiera
- Spotted golden-eye
- Spotted sunflower
Description
Viguiera maculata (also called Spotted Viguiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open habitats. It has yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Viguiera maculata is an ornamental plant that is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin ailments and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Viguiera maculata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Viguiera maculata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Viguiera maculata
Viguiera maculata can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Viguiera maculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Viguiera maculata?
Viguiera maculata
What is the natural habitat of Viguiera maculata?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South America.
What is the flowering period of Viguiera maculata?
It flowers from July to October.
Species in the Viguiera genus
Viguiera benzorium,
Viguiera dentata,
Viguiera hassleriana,
Viguiera mima,
Viguiera orientalis,
Viguiera simulans,
Viguiera truxillensis,
Viguiera pinnatilobata,
Viguiera tepoxtlensis,
Viguiera anchusaefolia,
Viguiera parkinsonii,
Viguiera santacatarinense,
Viguiera ensifolia,
Viguiera aspiliodies,
Viguiera cornifolia,
Viguiera spooneri,
Viguiera leptodonta,
Viguiera hypochlora,
Viguiera reyrobinsonii,
Viguiera flava,
Viguiera drymonia,
Viguiera funkiae,
Viguiera paranensis,
Viguiera latibracteata,
Viguiera weberbaueri,
Viguiera grammatoglossa,
Viguiera szyszylowiczii,
Viguiera pazensis,
Viguiera corumbensis,
Viguiera revoluta,
Viguiera oligantha,
Viguiera megapotamica,
Viguiera davilae,
Viguiera goebelii,
Viguiera buddleiiformis,
Viguiera maculata,
Viguiera sultepecana,
Viguiera microphylla,
Viguiera paneroana,
Viguiera moreliana,
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,