Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neoperrieriana
ID:
29614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 15: 245 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028943



Common Names

  • Perrier's Ironweed
  • Perrier's Vernonia
  • Vernonia Perrieri


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Description

Vernonia neoperrieriana (also called Perrier's Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with purple flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and is commonly found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia neoperrieriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used as a herbal remedy for various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia neoperrieriana is yellow and has a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia neoperrieriana is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm in length. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Vernonia neoperrieriana

Vernonia neoperrieriana is native to the Himalayan region of India and can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest.

Vernonia neoperrieriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia neoperrieriana?

Vernonia neoperrieriana

What is the common name of Vernonia neoperrieriana?

Ironweed

What is the habitat of Vernonia neoperrieriana?

It is found in moist, open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

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,