Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forbesii
ID:
25088

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 52: 264 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024417

Common Names

  • Forbes Wedelia
  • Forbes Trailing Daisy
  • Trailing Daisy

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Description

Wedelia forbesii (also called Forbes' Wedelia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Wedelia forbesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wedelia forbesii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wedelia forbesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth. Pruning is also recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Wedelia forbesii

Wedelia forbesii is native to South America and can be found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.

Wedelia forbesii FAQ

What are the common names of Wedelia forbesii?

Common names of Wedelia forbesii include Forbes' wedelia and Forbes' creeping-oxeye.

Where does Wedelia forbesii grow?

Wedelia forbesii is native to the Mediterranean region, but it can also be found in other parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

What are the uses of Wedelia forbesii?

Wedelia forbesii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Species in the Wedelia genus

Wedelia angustifolia, Wedelia hoffmanniana, Wedelia puberula, Wedelia camporum, Wedelia caleoides, Wedelia grandiflora, Wedelia tehuantepecana, Wedelia longifolia, Wedelia gentryi, Wedelia pascalioides, Wedelia bahamensis, Wedelia ehrenbergii, Wedelia greenmanii, Wedelia almedae, Wedelia simsioides, Wedelia acapulcensis, Wedelia pascalioides, Wedelia ayerscottiana, Wedelia trichostephia, Wedelia filipes, Wedelia rugosa, Wedelia ambigens, Wedelia forbesii, Wedelia serrata, Wedelia hispidula, Wedelia elliptica, Wedelia pallida, Wedelia lundii, Wedelia frustrata, Wedelia oligocephala, Wedelia cachimboensis, Wedelia keilii, Wedelia subalpestris, Wedelia bishopii, Wedelia warmingii, Wedelia phyllostachya, Wedelia vauthieri, Wedelia gaudichaudii, Wedelia pertenuis, Wedelia leucanthema, Wedelia xylopoda, Wedelia isolepis, Wedelia elottiana, Wedelia rosei, Wedelia grayi, Wedelia hintoniorum, Wedelia andersonii, Wedelia ovalifolia, Wedelia hassleriana, Wedelia gonzaleziarum,

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,