Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marginata
ID:
73046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr.) Raf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Atlantic J. : 146 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072375



Common Names

  • Vernonia marginata
  • Hoary Ironweed
  • Hoary Vernonia


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia jamesii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Vernonia marginata marginata [unknown]
  • Vernonia altissima marginata Torr. [unknown]
  • Cacalia marginata (Torr.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia tenuifolia Small [unknown]
  • Vernonia marginata tenuifolia (Small) Shinners [unknown]

Description

Vernonia marginata (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is characterized by its purple flower heads and lanceolate leaves. It typically grows in moist soils in open woodlands, prairies, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia marginata is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia marginata is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia marginata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and regular watering.

Where to Find Vernonia marginata

Vernonia marginata is native to the southeastern United States.

Vernonia marginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia marginata?

Vernonia marginata

What is the common name of Vernonia marginata?

Margined Ironweed

What type of plant is Vernonia marginata?

Perennial wildflower

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-29128: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.