Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calulu
ID:
94145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. i. 525.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093474



Common Names

  • Vernonia calulu
  • Calulu Ironweed
  • Calulu Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia calulu (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has lanceolate leaves and small purple flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia calulu is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being an antispasmodic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vernonia calulu var. carinata (Hutch. & B.L.Burtt) Kalanda

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia calulu is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia calulu is an annual herb native to tropical regions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and will germinate in the summer.

Where to Find Vernonia calulu

Vernonia calulu is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of France, Italy, and Spain.

Vernonia calulu FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia calulu?

Vernonia calulu

What is the common name of Vernonia calulu?

Calulu ironweed

Where does Vernonia calulu grow?

Vernonia calulu is native to Angola, Cameroon, and Congo

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