Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
santacruzensis
ID:
127922

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(1): 29 (1994): (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127251



Common Names

  • Santacruzensis Vernonanthura
  • Santacruzensis Fleabane
  • Santacruzensis Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia santacruzensis (Hieron.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia santacruzensis Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura santacruzensis (also called Santa Cruz Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is native to Mexico and is found in open, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures. It has a slender, erect stem and lance-shaped leaves that are arranged alternately along the stem. The flowers are purple and are borne in a dense, terminal inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura santacruzensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonanthura santacruzensis has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura santacruzensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division of the rootstock should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonanthura santacruzensis

Vernonanthura santacruzensis can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Vernonanthura santacruzensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura santacruzensis?

Vernonanthura santacruzensis

What is the common name of Vernonanthura santacruzensis?

Santa Cruz vernonanthura

What is the growth habit of Vernonanthura santacruzensis?

It is an annual herb

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

Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.