Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ignobilis
ID:
41723

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(2): 71 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041052



Common Names

  • Ignoble Vernonanthura
  • Ignoble False-heather
  • False-heather Vernonanthura


Searching for Vernonanthura ignobilis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Vernonia verbenacea verbenacea [unknown]
  • Vernonia crenulata Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Cacalia ignobilis (Less.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia ignobilis Less. [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura ignobilis (also called Ignoble Vernonanthura, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and ovate leaves. It is native to South America, and typically found in tropical and subtropical regions in dry, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura ignobilis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonanthura ignobilis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, opposite leaves.

Searching for Vernonanthura ignobilis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura ignobilis is a perennial herb that is best propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist until germination. Once the seedlings have developed two sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots. Vernonanthura ignobilis prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Vernonanthura ignobilis

Vernonanthura ignobilis is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in moist, tropical forests.

Vernonanthura ignobilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura ignobilis?

Vernonanthura ignobilis

What is the common name of Vernonanthura ignobilis?

Ignoble Vernonanthura

What is the natural habitat of Vernonanthura ignobilis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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.