Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leandrii
ID:
75516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 321 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074845



Common Names

  • Leander's Ironweed
  • Vernonia
  • Ironweed


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Description

Eriogonum giganteum (also called St. Catherine's Lace, among many other common names) is a species of wild buckwheat native to western North America. It is an upright, mat-forming perennial herb with small, gray-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as chaparral, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia leandrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia leandrii is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia leandrii is a perennial herb that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done through division or seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and lightly covered with soil. Germination should take place within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Vernonia leandrii

Vernonia leandrii is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils. It is most commonly found in the states of Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Vernonia leandrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia leandrii?

Vernonia leandrii

What is the common name of Vernonia leandrii?

Leandro's ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia leandrii?

Grasslands and scrublands

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-31557: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.