Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neocoursiana
ID:
49527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hujmbrt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Not. Syst.. Paris 15: 246 1958.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048856



Common Names

  • Vernonia neocoursiana
  • Neo-Coursian Vernonia
  • Neo-Coursian False-Foxglove


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Description

Vernonia neocoursiana (also called Cours' Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a branching stem with purple flowers and a deep taproot. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia neocoursiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia neocoursiana has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia neocoursiana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Vernonia neocoursiana

Vernonia neocoursiana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Vernonia neocoursiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia neocoursiana?

Vernonia neocoursiana

What is the family of Vernonia neocoursiana?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Vernonia neocoursiana?

South America

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,