Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poskeana
ID:
35882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke & Hildebrandt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 25: 324 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035211



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Ironweed
  • Purple Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia poskeana (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching heights of 1-2 feet, with small, purple flowers and hairy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia poskeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia poskeana has small, white flowers with a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia poskeana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonia poskeana

Vernonia poskeana is native to the Andes region and can be found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Vernonia poskeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia poskeana?

Vernonia poskeana

What is the common name of Vernonia poskeana?

Poske's Ironweed

What is the optimal temperature for Vernonia poskeana?

18-22°C

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

Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.
Johann Maria Hildebrandt (1847-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hildebrandt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:259116-1: Based on the initial data import