Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
phaeoneura
ID:
2442

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Toledo) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73: 73 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001771



Common Names

  • Woolly Sunray
  • Woolly Sunflower
  • Woolly Vernonanthura


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia phaeoneura Toledo [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura phaeoneura (also called dark-flowered vernonanthura, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 meters in height. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura phaeoneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonanthura phaeoneura is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura phaeoneura is a perennial plant that grows in sunny, dry areas. It is easy to propagate by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and each clump should be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Vernonanthura phaeoneura

Vernonanthura phaeoneura is native to the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It can be found in dry, open areas such as desert scrub, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Vernonanthura phaeoneura FAQ

What type of plant is Vernonanthura phaeoneura?

Vernonanthura phaeoneura is a perennial herb.

What is the size of Vernonanthura phaeoneura?

Vernonanthura phaeoneura can grow up to 90 cm in height.

What is the flowering period of Vernonanthura phaeoneura?

Vernonanthura phaeoneura flowers from May to August.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-101710: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Joaquim Franco de Toledo (1905-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toledo' in the authors string.