Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latisquamata
ID:
63656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 189: 60 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062985



Common Names

  • Vernonia Latisquamata
  • Broad-scaled Ironweed
  • Broadscale Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia latisquamata (also called 'Broad-scaled Ironweed', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has a hairy stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as roadsides and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia latisquamata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia latisquamata has small yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia latisquamata is a perennial herb that grows in sunny, dry areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vernonia latisquamata

Vernonia latisquamata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Vernonia latisquamata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia latisquamata?

Vernonia latisquamata

What is the common name of Vernonia latisquamata?

Broad-scaled Ironweed

What is the family of Vernonia latisquamata?

Asteraceae

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-19974: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.