Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
junghuhniana
ID:
126042

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Blumea i. 404 (1935).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125371



Common Names

  • Junghuhn's Vernonia
  • Junghuhn's Ironweed
  • Junghuhn's Fleabane


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Description

Vernonia junghuhniana (also called Junghuhn's Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in grassland, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia junghuhniana 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 junghuhniana 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 junghuhniana is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Vernonia junghuhniana

Vernonia junghuhniana can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Vernonia junghuhniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia junghuhniana?

Vernonia junghuhniana

What is the common name of Vernonia junghuhniana?

Junghuhn's Vernonia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia junghuhniana?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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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