Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
prenanthoides
ID:
30924

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gleason) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73: 73. 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030253



Common Names

  • Vernonanthura
  • Vernon's Anthura
  • Prenanthoides


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia prenanthoides Gleason [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura prenanthoides (also called Prenanthes-like Vernonanthura, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to South America and is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura prenanthoides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonanthura prenanthoides is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura prenanthoides is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Vernonanthura prenanthoides

Vernonanthura prenanthoides is native to South America and can be found in humid, tropical forests.

Vernonanthura prenanthoides FAQ

What are the common uses of Vernonanthura prenanthoides?

Vernonanthura prenanthoides is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and for its timber.

What is the natural habitat of Vernonanthura prenanthoides?

Vernonanthura prenanthoides is native to the Andes Mountains in South America.

What is the scientific classification of Vernonanthura prenanthoides?

Vernonanthura prenanthoides belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Vernonanthura.

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-129248: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.