Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decaryana
ID:
50090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 87: 345 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049419



Common Names

  • Vernonia Decaryana
  • Decary's Ironweed
  • Decary's Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia decaryana (also called Decary's Vernonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia decaryana is a plant native to Madagascar and is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia decaryana is purple and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia decaryana is a perennial shrub that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°F (-12°C). It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Vernonia decaryana

Vernonia decaryana is native to Madagascar.

Vernonia decaryana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia decaryana?

Vernonia decaryana

What is the common name of Vernonia decaryana?

Decary's Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia decaryana?

Dry, sandy soils

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-14794: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.