Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dembocola
ID:
95598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kalanda

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 52(1-2): 119 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094927



Common Names

  • Vernonia dembocola
  • African Ironweed
  • Blue Mistflower


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Description

Vernonia dembocola (also called Dembocola Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and purple flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia dembocola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia dembocola has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings have a rosette of long, narrow, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia dembocola is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Vernonia dembocola

Vernonia dembocola is found in western Africa. It is typically found in grasslands and savannas.

Vernonia dembocola FAQ

What are the common uses of Vernonia dembocola?

Vernonia dembocola is commonly used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

What is the climate requirement for Vernonia dembocola?

Vernonia dembocola prefers a temperate climate and grows best in areas with an average temperature of 10-20°C.

What is the soil requirement for Vernonia dembocola?

Vernonia dembocola prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6-7.

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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