Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
118906

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. India : 10 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118235

Common Names

  • Indian Vicoa
  • Vicoa
  • Indian Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Vicoa appendiculata DC. [unknown]
  • Erigeron sanguineus Parsa [unknown]
  • Inulaster kotschyi Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Inula auriculata Wall. [unknown]
  • Vicoa leptoclada (Webb) Dandy [unknown]
  • Doronicum calcaratum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Aster lofouensis H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Inulaster kotschyi Sch.Bip. ex Hochst. [unknown]
  • Inula appendiculata Wall. [unknown]
  • Inulaster hotschyi Sch.Bip. ex Hochst. [unknown]
  • Jacobaea indica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vicoa auriculata Cass. [unknown]
  • Vicoa aurita DC. [unknown]
  • Inula indica indica [unknown]
  • Erigeron linearis Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Inula indica hypoleuca Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Varthemia kotschyi Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Inula leptoclada Webb [unknown]
  • Varthemia kotschyi Sch.Bip. ex Schweinf. & Asch. [unknown]
  • Pentanema indicum hypoleucum (Hand.-Mazz.) Ling [unknown]
  • Pentanema indicum indicum [unknown]
  • Inula indica L. [unknown]
  • Inula indica A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Pentanema indicum (L.) Y.Ling [unknown]
  • Inula scabra Wall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Pentanema indicum sivarajanianum R.R.V.Raju & C.P.Raju [unknown]

Description

Vicoa indica (also called Indian Vicoa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height and has yellow flowers. It is typically found in moist habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vicoa indica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vicoa indica is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a thin stem with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicoa indica is a perennial plant native to India. It prefers full sun and dry to medium soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Vicoa indica

Vicoa indica is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Vicoa indica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicoa indica?

Vicoa indica

What type of plant is Vicoa indica?

Vicoa indica is a perennial herb.

Where is Vicoa indica native to?

Vicoa indica is native to India.

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