Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphantha
ID:
33237

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032566



Common Names

  • Vernonia Aphantha
  • Aphantha Vernonia
  • Aphantha Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia aphantha (also called Aphantha Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has purple flowers and its leaves are divided into narrow segments. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia aphantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive issues, as well as for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia aphantha is yellow and has a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia aphantha is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Vernonia aphantha

Vernonia aphantha is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands.

Vernonia aphantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia aphantha?

Vernonia aphantha

What is the family of Vernonia aphantha?

Asteraceae

Where is Vernonia aphantha native to?

Africa

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-131492: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.