Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
daphnifolia
ID:
66939

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. 13: 18 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066268



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Ironweed
  • Daphne Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia daphnifolia (also called 'Daphne-Leaved Vernonia', among many other common names) is an annual plant species of the genus Vernonia. It has purple flowers and is native to South America. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia daphnifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine, for treating skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia daphnifolia is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia daphnifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or autumn, or by dividing established clumps in spring.

Where to Find Vernonia daphnifolia

Vernonia daphnifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Vernonia daphnifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia daphnifolia?

Vernonia daphnifolia

What is the common name of Vernonia daphnifolia?

Daphnifolia Ironweed

Where is Vernonia daphnifolia found?

It is found in North America

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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