Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griseopapposa
ID:
27912

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43(2): 282 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027241



Common Names

  • Griseopapposa Vernonia
  • Vernonia Griseopapposa
  • Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia griseopapposa (also called Gray Vernonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a long, slender stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia griseopapposa is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia griseopapposa has small yellow flowers with five petals, each about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oblong and pointed at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia griseopapposa is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Vernonia griseopapposa

Vernonia griseopapposa is native to the southeastern United States.

Vernonia griseopapposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia griseopapposa?

Vernonia griseopapposa

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia griseopapposa?

Vernonia griseopapposa is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Vernonia griseopapposa?

Vernonia griseopapposa is an annual herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

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-12633: Based on the initial data import
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.