Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligolepis
ID:
86549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 6(2): 56. 1873 [1 Jun 1873]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085878



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Ironweed
  • Tall Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia imbricata Chodat [unknown]

Description

Vernonia oligolepis (also called Common Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America and grows in grasslands, meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia oligolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia oligolepis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia oligolepis is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The divisions should be planted in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Vernonia oligolepis

Vernonia oligolepis can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas.

Vernonia oligolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia oligolepis?

Vernonia oligolepis

What is the common name of Vernonia oligolepis?

Oligolepis ironweed

What is the habitat of Vernonia oligolepis?

Open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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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