Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asperifolia
ID:
67791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 151 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067120



Common Names

  • Roughleaf marsh elder
  • Rough-leaf marsh elder
  • Iva asperifolia


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Description

Iva asperifolia (also called Roughleaf Marsh-Elder, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family. It has small white flowers and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows, marshes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Iva asperifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Iva asperifolia var. angustifolia (Nutt. ex DC.) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iva asperifolia is white and has a diameter of 3-4mm. The seed is a small achene, with a pappus of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iva asperifolia is a perennial flowering plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and place it in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Iva asperifolia

Iva asperifolia is found in the southeastern United States, including Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.

Iva asperifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Iva asperifolia?

Iva asperifolia

What is the common name of Iva asperifolia?

Roughleaf marsh-elder

Where is Iva asperifolia found?

Iva asperifolia is found in the southeastern United States.

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