Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lemurica
ID:
80326

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 317 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079655



Common Names

  • Lemur Daisy
  • Lemur Fleabane
  • Lemur Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia lemurica (also called lemur vernonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It typically grows in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia lemurica has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia lemurica has purple flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia lemurica is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done through division of the rootstock or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-3 months. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonia lemurica

Vernonia lemurica is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is also found in parts of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Vernonia lemurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia lemurica?

Vernonia lemurica

What type of plant is Vernonia lemurica?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia lemurica?

Tropical forests

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-36229: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.