Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
larseniae
ID:
59807

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.King & S.B.Jones

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 27: 84. 1975

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059136



Common Names

  • Larsen's Ironweed
  • Larsen's Vernonia
  • Larsen's Iron Plant


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Description

Vernonia larseniae (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has purple flowers and lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet, sunny areas, such as swamps and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia larseniae is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia larseniae has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia larseniae is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Vernonia larseniae

Vernonia larseniae is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in the Mediterranean region.

Vernonia larseniae FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Vernonia larseniae?

Vernonia larseniae prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light shade.

What type of soil does Vernonia larseniae prefer?

Vernonia larseniae prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a variety of soil types.

How often should Vernonia larseniae be watered?

Vernonia larseniae should be watered regularly during the growing season, but can tolerate periods of drought.

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-16230: Based on the initial data import
Samuel Boscom Jones (1933-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.B.Jones' in the authors string.
Bruce L. King (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.King' in the authors string.