Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kawoziensis
ID:
84744

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.G.Davies

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 31(1): 170 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084073



Common Names

  • Kawoziensis vernonia
  • Kawoziensis ironweed
  • Kawoziensis false ironweed


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Description

Vernonia kawoziensis (also called Kawozi Vernonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem, growing up to 1 m tall. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate, up to 15 cm long, with toothed margins. The flower heads are yellow, up to 4 cm in diameter, with numerous ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia kawoziensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vernonia kawoziensis are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia kawoziensis is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out to give each plant enough space to grow. Division should be done in the spring when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Vernonia kawoziensis

Vernonia kawoziensis is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It is found in rocky, dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Vernonia kawoziensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia kawoziensis?

Vernonia kawoziensis

What is the common name of Vernonia kawoziensis?

Kawozi Vernonia

Where is Vernonia kawoziensis found?

Vernonia kawoziensis is found in the Mediterranean region.

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-40531: Based on the initial data import
Frances G. Davies (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Davies' in the authors string.