Family: Asteraceae
Author: (Spreng.) C.Mohr
Bibliography: Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 6: 810 (1901)
Year: 1901
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Flaveria
Vegetable: False
Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. America
Description
Clustered yellowtops, scientifically recognized as Flaveria trinervia, is an intriguing plant species belonging to the Asteraceae family. It was first described in significant detail in the work “Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.” published in 1901. The nomenclature credit goes to the botanists Sprengel and C. Mohr, who played key roles in documenting its distinct characteristics.
This plant thrives in tropical and subtropical regions across the Americas, benefitting from the warm, humid conditions that these climates offer. The Clustered yellowtops is noted for its robust adaptability and prolific nature, often forming dense clusters that are easily recognizable by their vibrant yellow flowers. These blooms are not only visually appealing but also play a crucial role in the ecosystem, attracting various pollinators.
Flaveria trinervia is a member of the extensive Asteraceae family, which includes a wide variety of flowering plants known for their composite flower heads. The family’s diversity and the unique evolutionary adaptations of its members have made it a keystone group in both ecological and horticultural contexts.
The study and cultivation of Clustered yellowtops can provide valuable insights into the resilience and versatility of plants in the Asteraceae family. Its presence across a broad geographical range underscores its ecological significance and the role it plays in both natural and managed environments. Whether for academic research or ornamental purposes, Flaveria trinervia represents an important species with much to offer.
Common Names
Eng: clustered yellowtops, speedyweed, yellow twinstem
En: Clustered yellowtops, Speedyweed, Yellow twinstem
Synonyms
- Flaveria australasica (Hook.)
- Oedera trinervia (Spreng.)
- Flaveria repanda (Lag.)
- Flaveria trinervata (Baill.)
- Broteroa trinervata (DC.)
- Nauenburgia trinervata (Willd.)
- Dilepis dichotoma (Suess. & Merxm.)
- Brotera trinervata (Pers.)
- Brotera sprengelii (Cass.)
- Brotera contrayerba (Spreng.)
- Flaveria australasica subsp. gilgai (Keighery)
Distribution
- Arizona (native)
- Bahamas (native)
- Belize (native)
- Brazil Northeast (native)
- Brazil West-Central (native)
- California (native)
- Cayman Is. (native)
- Cuba (native)
- Ecuador (native)
- Florida (native)
- Jamaica (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Northwest (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- New Mexico (native)
- Peru (native)
- Puerto Rico (native)
- Texas (native)
- Turks-Caicos Is. (native)
- Venezuela (native)
- Virginia (native)
- Windward Is. (native)
- Cape Verde (introduced)
- Cyprus (introduced)
- Djibouti (introduced)
- Eritrea (introduced)
- Ethiopia (introduced)
- Gulf States (introduced)
- Hawaii (introduced)
- India (introduced)
- Iraq (introduced)
- Maryland (introduced)
- Masachusettes (introduced)
- Mauritius (introduced)
- Missouri (introduced)
- New South Wales (introduced)
- Northern Territory (introduced)
- Oman (introduced)
- Pakistan (introduced)
- Queensland (introduced)
- Saudi Arabia (introduced)
- South Australia (introduced)
- Sudan (introduced)
- Western Australia (introduced)
- Yemen (introduced)
- Zambia (introduced)
- Zimbabwe (introduced)
Additional Images
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Flower
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Leaf
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Other
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Habit
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3086845)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:105061-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Flaveria trinervia (Spreng.) C.Mohr)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb
