Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
porta-taurinae
ID:
23010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dinter ex Merxm.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022339



Common Names

  • Vernonia porta-taurinae
  • Porta-taurinae Vernonia
  • Porta-taurinae Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia porta-taurinae (also called Porta-taurinae Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are purple and daisy-like. It is found in grassland and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia porta-taurinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia porta-taurinae has small yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia porta-taurinae is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Seeds can also be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Vernonia porta-taurinae

Vernonia porta-taurinae can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana, as well as in parts of Canada.

Vernonia porta-taurinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia porta-taurinae?

Vernonia porta-taurinae

What is the common name of Vernonia porta-taurinae?

Porta-taurinae vernonia

What type of plant is Vernonia porta-taurinae?

Herb

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-121595: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Hermann Merxmüller (1920-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merxm.' in the authors string.