Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aschersonii
ID:
90231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Fl. Aethiop. : 161 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089560



Common Names

  • Ascherson's Ironweed
  • Ascherson's Vernonia
  • Ascherson's Violet Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia cyanopidea Hochst. ex Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Vernonia erubescens Hochst. [unknown]
  • Cacalia erubescens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia aschersonii aschersonii [unknown]
  • Vernonia somalensis Franch. [unknown]
  • Vernonia erubescens Hochst. ex Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]

Description

Vernonia aschersonii (also called Ascherson's Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the United States and Mexico and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia aschersonii has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia aschersonii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vernonia aschersonii

Vernonia aschersonii is a species of flowering plant in the aster family that is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Vernonia aschersonii FAQ

What type of plant is Vernonia aschersonii?

Vernonia aschersonii is an annual herb.

Where does Vernonia aschersonii grow?

Vernonia aschersonii is native to South America.

What is the average height of Vernonia aschersonii?

Vernonia aschersonii typically grows to a height of 30-60 cm.

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