Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mesogramme
ID:
38888

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi-Exped. : 403 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038217



Common Names

  • Mesogramme Vernonia
  • Mesogramme Ironweed
  • Mesogramme Fleabane


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Description

Vernonia mesogramme (also called Mesogram's Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has purple flowers and is native to the mountains of North America. It prefers sunny, dry habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia mesogramme is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make herbal teas for its calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia mesogramme has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia mesogramme is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring.

Where to Find Vernonia mesogramme

Vernonia mesogramme is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in the Appalachian Mountains.

Vernonia mesogramme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia mesogramme?

Vernonia mesogramme

What is the habitat of Vernonia mesogramme?

Vernonia mesogramme is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky areas.

What is the flowering period of Vernonia mesogramme?

Vernonia mesogramme flowers from June to August.

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,

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