Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
concepcionis
ID:
1145006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
tro

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 2: 236. 1947

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001144344

Common Names

  • Verbena
  • Concepcion Verbena
  • Concepcion Vervain

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Description

Verbena concepcionis (also called Concepcion Verbena, among many other common names) is an erect, annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in open, disturbed areas, roadsides, and disturbed forests.

Uses & Benefits

Verbena concepcionis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Verbena concepcionis are small, white and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbena concepcionis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in pots. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Verbena concepcionis

Verbena concepcionis is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.

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,

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