Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
africana
ID:
86346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 62 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085675



Common Names

  • Vernonella africana
  • African Vernonella
  • Vernonella


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia africana Druce [unknown]
  • Vernonia vernonella Harv. & Sond. [unknown]
  • Vernonia vernonella Harv. [unknown]
  • Cacalia africana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Centrapalus africanus (Sond.) H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Vernonella africana (also called African Vernonella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonella africana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonella africana is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonella africana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Vernonella africana

Vernonella africana is native to Africa and can be found in the wild in countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia.

Vernonella africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonella africana?

Vernonella africana

What is the family of Vernonella africana?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Vernonella africana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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