Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conyzoides
ID:
42496

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. India : 6 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041825



Common Names

  • Ironweed
  • Vernonia
  • Fleabane


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Description

Vernonia conyzoides (also called ironweed, bitterweed, and wildflax, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides, fields, and waste places. Its leaves are lance-shaped and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia conyzoides is used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, malaria, and other diseases. It is also used as a dye and for ornamental purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia conyzoides is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia conyzoides is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -50°C.

Where to Find Vernonia conyzoides

Vernonia conyzoides is native to Africa and can be found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. It is a perennial herb that grows in sandy soils.

Vernonia conyzoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia conyzoides?

Vernonia conyzoides

What is the common name of Vernonia conyzoides?

African Ironweed

Where is Vernonia conyzoides native to?

Africa, India, and Sri Lanka

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,