Status:
valid
Authors:
Rajakumar, Selvak., S.Murug. & Chellap.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 38(3): 269 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344538
Description
Vernonia kannikattiensis (also called Kannikatti Vernonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to India. It has green foliage and purple flowers. It grows in moist soils in open woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia kannikattiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia kannikattiensis has purple flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are ovoid in shape and black in color. Its seedlings have ovate to elliptic shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonia kannikattiensis can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will benefit from regular watering during the summer months. It may need protection from frost in colder climates.
Where to Find Vernonia kannikattiensis
Vernonia kannikattiensis can be found in India, particularly in the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Vernonia kannikattiensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Vernonia kannikattiensis?
Vernonia kannikattiensis is native to the Mediterranean region.
What are the preferred soil conditions for Vernonia kannikattiensis?
Vernonia kannikattiensis prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
What is the optimal temperature for Vernonia kannikattiensis?
Vernonia kannikattiensis prefers temperatures between 10-25°C.
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
T.J.S. Rajakumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rajakumar' in the authors string.
R. Selvakumari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Selvak.' in the authors string.
S. Murugesan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Murug.' in the authors string.
N. Chellaperumal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chellap.' in the authors string.