Wedelia ayerscottiana explained

Wedelia ayerscottiana is a species of plant in the genus Wedelia native to Nuevo León, Mexico.^{[1] [2] [3]}

Description

This species is identified by small, yellow ray flowers on a scaly base. The leaves are spear shaped and somewhat hairy.

Habitat

According to Turner this species was rare where it was found, which was an oak dominated, low forest.

Etymology

Turner named this species for his two field companions.

Notes and References

1. Book: Billie L Turner . A new species of Wedelia (Asteraceae--Heliantheae) from Nuevo León, Mexico . 1986.
2. Web site: Wedelia ayerscottiana B.L.Turner .
3. Web site: TORCH Portal Collection Search Parameters . 2024-08-16 . portal.torcherbaria.org.