Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amboinensis
ID:
19155

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Blumea i. 398 (1935).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018484



Common Names

  • Vernonia amboinensis
  • Amboinensis Vernonia
  • Amboinensis Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia amboinensis (also called Amboyna Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and sagebrush flats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia amboinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry, sandy soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia amboinensis is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is an achene with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia amboinensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils. It can also be propagated by division.

Where to Find Vernonia amboinensis

Vernonia amboinensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical forests and open woodlands.

Vernonia amboinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia amboinensis?

Vernonia amboinensis

What are the common names of Vernonia amboinensis?

Ironweed

What type of plant is Vernonia amboinensis?

Herbaceous perennial

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