Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
45125

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
5 1933

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044454



Common Names

  • Vernonia albiflora
  • Albiflora Vernonia
  • Albiflora Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia albiflora (also called Whiteflower Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia albiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia albiflora has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia albiflora is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Vernonia albiflora

Vernonia albiflora is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in moist, open areas such as wetlands, meadows, and prairies.

Vernonia albiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia albiflora?

Vernonia albiflora

What is the common name of Vernonia albiflora?

White-flowered Ironweed

What is the habitat of Vernonia albiflora?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrub in the southeastern United States.

Species in the Vernonia genus

Vernonia lavandulifolia, Vernonia gigantea, Vernonia monantha, Vernonia gossypina, Vernonia teusczii, Vernonia delapsa, Vernonia rosenii, Vernonia acilepis, Vernonia blodgettii, Vernonia aschersonioides, Vernonia jelfiae, Vernonia concinna, Vernonia kamerunensis, Vernonia texana, Vernonia bottae, Vernonia faustiana, Vernonia novarae, Vernonia noveboracensis, Vernonia goetzenii, Vernonia pulchella, Vernonia flanaganii, Vernonia fischeri, Vernonia betsimisaraka, Vernonia macvaughii, Vernonia cryptocephala, Vernonia cockburniana, Vernonia ruwenzoriensis, Vernonia platylepis, Vernonia phanerophlebia, Vernonia apoensis, Vernonia betsilensis, Vernonia napus, Vernonia carnea, Vernonia balansae, Vernonia sphacelata, Vernonia subobscura, Vernonia orgyalis, Vernonia brazzavillensis, Vernonia ischnophylla, Vernonia lualabaensis, Vernonia divulgata, Vernonia lundiensis, Vernonia limosa, Vernonia recurvata, Vernonia cymosa, Vernonia scoparia, Vernonia helferi, Vernonia ambrensis, Vernonia verrucata, Vernonia ledermannii,

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-143: Based on the initial data import
Joséphine Thérèse Koster (1902-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Kost.' in the authors string.