Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vernonioides
ID:
40818

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.C.Chang

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Sunyatsenia 3: 267 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040147



Common Names

  • Heteroplexis Vernonioides
  • Vernonioides
  • Vernonioides Heteroplexis


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Description

Heteroplexis vernonioides (also called Vernon's Heteroplexis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, grassy meadows and rocky slopes. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate and its flowers are white in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Heteroplexis vernonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heteroplexis vernonioides has white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteroplexis vernonioides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate sunlight for best results.

Where to Find Heteroplexis vernonioides

Heteroplexis vernonioides is native to South America. It can be found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Heteroplexis vernonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heteroplexis vernonioides?

Heteroplexis vernonioides

What is the common name of Heteroplexis vernonioides?

Vernon's Heteroplexis

What is the family of Heteroplexis vernonioides?

Asteraceae

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,

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