Vernonia lafukensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lafukensis
ID:
80269
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 52: 91 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079598
Common Names
- Vernonia lafukensis
- Lafuks Vernonia
- Lafuks Ironweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vernonia lafukensis (also called Vernonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Hawaiian Islands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia lafukensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Vernonia lafukensis flower is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vernonia lafukensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of the stems and planting them in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Seeds can be collected from the flowers and planted in a potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Vernonia lafukensis
Vernonia lafukensis is native to Hawaii and can be found in wet forests and along streams.
Vernonia lafukensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia lafukensis?
Vernonia lafukensis
What type of plant is Vernonia lafukensis?
Vernonia lafukensis is a shrub
Where is Vernonia lafukensis native to?
Vernonia lafukensis is native to Hawaii
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-36177: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.