Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanifera
ID:
118723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cristóbal & Dematt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 40(1-4): 51 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118052



Common Names

  • Woolly Ironweed
  • Velvet Ironweed
  • Hairy Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia lanifera (also called Wooly Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with purple flowers and is native to the Americas. It is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia lanifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia lanifera has purple, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia lanifera can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Divide the clumps into smaller sections and replant in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vernonia lanifera

Vernonia lanifera is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in moist, shady forests.

Vernonia lanifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia lanifera?

Vernonia lanifera

What is the common name of Vernonia lanifera?

Woolly Ironweed

What is the flowering season of Vernonia lanifera?

July to August

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-79398: Based on the initial data import
Massimiliano Dematteis (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dematt.' in the authors string.
Carmen Lelia Cristóbal (1932-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cristóbal' in the authors string.