Description
Vernonia anandrioides (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and purple flowers. It typically grows in open grasslands and meadows.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vernonia anandrioides is a small, yellow-green disc flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Where to Find Vernonia anandrioides
Vernonia anandrioides is found in the United States, in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.