Vernonia missurica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
missurica
ID:
23804
Status:
valid
Authors:
Raf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
28 1833
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023133
Common Names
- Missurica Ironweed
- Vernonia Ironweed
- Missouri Ironweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Vernonia reedii Daniels [unknown]
- Vernonia drummondii Shuttlew. ex Werner [unknown]
- Vernonia missurica missurica [unknown]
- Vernonia missurica missurica [unknown]
- Vernonia aborigina Gleason [unknown]
- Vernonia michiganensis Daniels [unknown]
Description
Vernonia missurica (also called Missouri Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has purple flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in moist soils and is often found in meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia missurica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia missurica has yellow flowers with five petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vernonia missurica is a perennial herb that is native to the United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Vernonia missurica
Vernonia missurica can be found in North America, growing in moist meadows and grasslands.
Vernonia missurica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia missurica?
Vernonia missurica
What type of plant is Vernonia missurica?
Vernonia missurica is a species of flowering plant.
Where is Vernonia missurica found?
Vernonia missurica is found in North America.
What is the growth habit of Vernonia missurica?
Vernonia missurica is an annual herb with a single flowering stem.
What color are the flowers of Vernonia missurica?
The flowers of Vernonia missurica are purple.
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-122358: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.