Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
112239

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(2): 70 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000111568



Common Names

  • Ferruginea Vernonanthura
  • Ferruginea Velvet Plant
  • Ferruginea Velvet Flower


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia ferruginea Less. [unknown]
  • Cacalia ferruginea (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia ferruginea ferruginea [unknown]
  • Vernonia irwinii irwinii [unknown]
  • Vernonia griseola Baker ex Warm. [unknown]
  • Cacalia polycephala Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia polycephala DC. [unknown]
  • Vernonia crenata Gardner [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura ferruginea (also called 'Rusty-Leaved Thistle', among many other common names) is a biennial plant that has a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal capitulum of flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura ferruginea is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonanthura ferruginea has yellow-brown flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are initially white and later turn green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura ferruginea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be planted in a sunny spot. Water regularly during the growing season and provide a dry period during the winter months. Fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Vernonanthura ferruginea

Vernonanthura ferruginea is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, grassy areas, often near mountain streams.

Vernonanthura ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura ferruginea?

Vernonanthura ferruginea

What is the common name of Vernonanthura ferruginea?

Ferruginea

What is the family of Vernonanthura ferruginea?

Asteraceae

Species in the Vernonanthura genus

Vernonanthura lucida, Vernonanthura sambrayana, Vernonanthura phaeoneura, Vernonanthura fuertesii, Vernonanthura sinclairii, Vernonanthura almedae, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura hieracioides, Vernonanthura divaricata, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura squamulosa, Vernonanthura subverticillata, Vernonanthura cronquistii, Vernonanthura liatroides, Vernonanthura cuneifolia, Vernonanthura westiniana, Vernonanthura beyrichii, Vernonanthura puberula, Vernonanthura loretensis, Vernonanthura cichoriifolia, Vernonanthura cymosa, Vernonanthura fagifolia, Vernonanthura prenanthoides, Vernonanthura oligolepis, Vernonanthura laxa, Vernonanthura cabralensis, Vernonanthura chaquensis, Vernonanthura schulziana, Vernonanthura pinguis, Vernonanthura havanensis, Vernonanthura vinhae, Vernonanthura menthaefolia, Vernonanthura pseudonudiflora, Vernonanthura cordata, Vernonanthura ignobilis, Vernonanthura tuerckheimii, Vernonanthura buxifolia, Vernonanthura hintoniorum, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura cupularis, Vernonanthura petiolaris, Vernonanthura warmingiana, Vernonanthura lipeoensis, Vernonanthura paludosa, Vernonanthura serratuloides, Vernonanthura brasiliana, Vernonanthura tweedieana, Vernonanthura oligactoides, Vernonanthura discolor,

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.