Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campicola
ID:
87085

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 52: 97 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086414



Common Names

  • Campicola Ironweed
  • Campicola Vernonia
  • Campicola Ironweed Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia campicola (also called Vernonia campestris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, open habitats. It is an annual herb, growing up to 40 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate, measuring up to 10 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers are yellow and measure up to 2 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia campicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used as a food source for livestock. Its flowers are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia campicola has purple flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia campicola is a perennial herb that grows in moist, open areas. It is native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Vernonia campicola

Vernonia campicola is native to the southeastern United States, including parts of Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Vernonia campicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia campicola?

Vernonia campicola

What is the family of Vernonia campicola?

Asteraceae

Where is Vernonia campicola found?

Mexico

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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