Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mastersii
ID:
51833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Watt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Fl. Assam 3: 107. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051162



Common Names

  • Vernonia mastersii
  • Masters' Ironweed
  • Masters' Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia mastersii (also called Masters' Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has purple flowers and is native to the United States. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia mastersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a tea to treat digestive and kidney problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia mastersii is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia mastersii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is not very drought tolerant and will need regular watering during dry spells. It can be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Vernonia mastersii

Vernonia mastersii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Algeria, France, Italy, and Spain.

Vernonia mastersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia mastersii?

Vernonia mastersii

What is the common name of Vernonia mastersii?

Masters Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia mastersii?

Mesic prairies, savannas, and open woodlands

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,