Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
praemorsa
ID:
53643

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muschl.) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 123(3): 191 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052972



Common Names

  • Vernonella praemorsa
  • Vernonella
  • Praemorsa


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Synonyms

  • Centrapalus praemorsus (Muschl.) H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Vernonia praemorsa Muschl. [unknown]
  • Vernonia castellana S.Moore [unknown]
  • Vernonia kuluina S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Vernonella praemorsa (also called 'Praemorse Ironweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and lemon-scented foliage. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonella praemorsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonella praemorsa is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonella praemorsa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Vernonella praemorsa

Vernonella praemorsa can be found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.

Vernonella praemorsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonella praemorsa?

Vernonella praemorsa

What is the common name of Vernonella praemorsa?

N/A

What is the growth habit of Vernonella praemorsa?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant

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-151548: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.