Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernonioides
ID:
17980

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 101. 1996

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017309



Common Names

  • Piptocoma vernonioides
  • Vernon's Piptocoma
  • Vernon's Plume Flower


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia dichocarpha Spreng. [unknown]
  • Oliganthes triflora Cass. [unknown]
  • Vernonia dichocarpa Less. [unknown]
  • Vernonia faradifani Scott-Elliot [unknown]
  • Vernonia faradifani S.Elliot [unknown]
  • Vernonia terniflora Less. [unknown]
  • Cacalia vernonioides (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oliganthes vernonioides (Kunth) Mattf. [unknown]
  • Cacalia terniflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eupatorium cydoniifolium Willd. ex Less. [unknown]
  • Pollalesta vernonioides Kunth [unknown]

Description

Piptocoma vernonioides (also called Vernon's Piptocoma, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Piptocoma vernonioides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as headaches, colds, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Piptocoma vernonioides is yellow, with five petals and a long calyx. The seed is small and black, with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piptocoma vernonioides is a perennial herb that is native to the Andes Mountains. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Piptocoma vernonioides

Piptocoma vernonioides is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in the wild in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Piptocoma vernonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piptocoma vernonioides?

Piptocoma vernonioides

What is the common name of Piptocoma vernonioides?

Vernon's Piptocoma

What is the natural habitat of Piptocoma vernonioides?

Tropical forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-116753: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.