Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
valerianifolia
ID:
29120

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link ex Spreng.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 295 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028449

Common Names

  • Erechtites valerianifolia
  • Valerianifolia Erechtites
  • Valerianifolia

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Synonyms

  • Erechtites valerianifolia prenanthoides (Kunth) Cuatrec. ex Belcher [unknown]
  • Erechtites valerianifolia depauperata Hochr. [unknown]
  • Senecio valerianifolius Gardner [unknown]
  • Erechtites valerianifolia valerianifolia [unknown]
  • Erechtites valerianifolius valerianifolius [unknown]
  • Senecio palustris Vell. [unknown]
  • Erechtites valerianifolius (Link ex Spreng.) DC. [unknown]
  • Erechtites valerianifolia valerianifolia [unknown]
  • Senecio lactucoides Klatt [unknown]

Description

Erechtites valerianifolia (also called Valerian-leaved Erechtites, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erechtites valerianifolia is used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erechtites valerianifolia is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and bright green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erechtites valerianifolia is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erechtites valerianifolia

Erechtites valerianifolia is native to the southeastern United States and Mexico.

Erechtites valerianifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erechtites valerianifolia?

Erechtites valerianifolia

What is the common name of Erechtites valerianifolia?

Valerian-leaved fireweed

What is the natural habitat of Erechtites valerianifolia?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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-127497: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.