Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
raui
ID:
36713

Status:
valid

Authors:
Uniyal

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fl. India 13: 382 (1995), nom. nov., as (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036042



Common Names

  • Vernonia raui
  • Rau's Ironweed
  • Rau Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia raui (also called 'Rau's Ironweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has purple flowers and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia raui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia raui is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia raui is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or autumn and can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonia raui

Cryptanthus morrenianus is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vernonia raui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia raui?

Vernonia raui

What is the family of Vernonia raui?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Vernonia raui?

Rau's Ironweed

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