Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
135289

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 55: 103 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134618



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Amoena
  • Vernonia Amoena


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Description

Vernonia amoena (also called Vernonia amoena, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and purple flowers. It typically grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia amoena has yellow flowers with a single row of petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia amoena is a fast-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing seeds in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Vernonia amoena

Vernonia amoena is native to South America and can be found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Vernonia amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia amoena?

Vernonia amoena

What type of plant is Vernonia amoena?

Herb

Where is Vernonia amoena native to?

North America

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-954: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.