Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eylesii
ID:
126055

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. xlvii. 261 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125384



Common Names

  • Eyles' Vernonia
  • Eyles' Ironweed
  • Eyles' Fleabane


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Description

Vernonia eylesii (also called Eyles' Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the United States and Canada, and typically grows in open woods, prairies, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia eylesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia eylesii is white with yellow centers and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia eylesii is an easy-to-grow perennial that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vernonia eylesii

Vernonia eylesii can be found in the United States, Mexico, and Guatemala.

Vernonia eylesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia eylesii?

Vernonia eylesii

What is the common name of Vernonia eylesii?

Eyles' Ironweed

What is the habitat of Vernonia eylesii?

It is found in dry open areas, such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides

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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