Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borinquensis
ID:
115646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. (Urban). 3(3): 390. 1903 [1 May 1903]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114975



Common Names

  • Borinquen Ironweed
  • Puerto Rican Ironweed
  • Vernonia borinquensis


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Description

Vernonia borinquensis (also called Puerto Rican Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and purple flower heads. It is native to Puerto Rico and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia borinquensis is used as an ornamental plant, in landscaping, and as a medicinal plant for treating gastrointestinal issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia borinquensis is white with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round-shaped with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia borinquensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance once established. For best results, sow seeds in the spring and divide established plants in the fall.

Where to Find Vernonia borinquensis

Vernonia borinquensis is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Vernonia borinquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia borinquensis?

Vernonia borinquensis

What is the common name of Vernonia borinquensis?

Borinquen Ironweed

What is the habitat of Vernonia borinquensis?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas

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-76452: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.