Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borneensis
ID:
125859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. ii. 16.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125188



Common Names

  • Vernonia Borneensis
  • Borneo Ironweed
  • Borneo Vernonia


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia borneensis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Vernonia borneensis (also called Borneo Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with purple flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia borneensis has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia borneensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location.

Where to Find Vernonia borneensis

Vernonia borneensis is found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Vernonia borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia borneensis?

Vernonia borneensis

What are the common names of Vernonia borneensis?

Borneo ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia borneensis?

Dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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,

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