Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
332347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 7-8: 293 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331679

Common Names

  • Balansae Verbena
  • Verbena Balansae
  • Verbena

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Description

Verbena balansae (also called 'Balansa's Verbena', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Verbena balansae is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in the production of perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbena balansae has small, white to lavender flowers that are borne in clusters on the tips of stems. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have lance-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbena balansae is a fast-growing perennial that can reach heights of 1-2 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Verbena balansae

Verbena balansae is native to Mexico.

Verbena balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbena balansae?

Verbena balansae

What is the family of Verbena balansae?

Verbenaceae

What is the common name of Verbena balansae?

Balansa's Vervain

Species in the Verbena genus

Verbena allenii, Verbena amoena, Verbena andalgalensis, Verbena araucana, Verbena aristigera, Verbena aurantiaca, Verbena bajacalifornica, Verbena balansae, Verbena barbata, Verbena berteroi, Verbena bingenensis, Verbena bipinnatifida, Verbena blanchardii, Verbena bonariensis, Verbena bracteata, Verbena brasiliensis, Verbena californica, Verbena canadensis, Verbena canescens, Verbena caniuensis, Verbena carnea, Verbena carolina, Verbena catharinae, Verbena cheitmaniana, Verbena chiricahensis, Verbena clemensorum, Verbena cloverae, Verbena corymbosa, Verbena cuneifolia, Verbena deamii, Verbena delicatula, Verbena delticola, Verbena demissa, Verbena dissecta, Verbena dusenii, Verbena ehrenbergiana, Verbena elegans, Verbena engelmannii, Verbena ephedroides, Verbena filicaulis, Verbena flava, Verbena glabrata, Verbena gooddingii, Verbena goodmanii, Verbena goyazensis, Verbena gracilescens, Verbena gracilis, Verbena grisea, Verbena guaranitica, Verbena gynobasis,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:262921-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].