Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mushituensis
ID:
21740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wild

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 11(1): 4 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021069



Common Names

  • Mushitu Vernonia
  • Mushitu Ironweed
  • Mushitu Fleabane


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Description

Vernonia mushituensis (also called African Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with purple flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Africa and grows in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia mushituensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia mushituensis has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a rosette-like structure with hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia mushituensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It is propagated by seed, division or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vernonia mushituensis

Vernonia mushituensis is native to Africa and can be found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands. It is also found in parts of Asia and the Middle East.

Vernonia mushituensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia mushituensis?

Vernonia mushituensis

What is the common name of Vernonia mushituensis?

Mushitu vernonia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia mushituensis?

Vernonia mushituensis is native to the tropical forests of Africa, including Congo, Kenya, and Tanzania.

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-120373: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.