Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reinwardtiana
ID:
70536

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Vriese & Miq. ex Miq.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. ii. 15.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069865



Common Names

  • Reinwardt's Ironweed
  • Reinwardt's Vernonia
  • Vernonia Reinwardtiana


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia reinwardtiana Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Vernonia reinwardtiana (also called Reinwardtiana, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia reinwardtiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia reinwardtiana is white and daisy-like. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia reinwardtiana is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by seed. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and should be planted in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Vernonia reinwardtiana

Vernonia reinwardtiana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Vernonia reinwardtiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia reinwardtiana?

Vernonia reinwardtiana

What is the common name of Vernonia reinwardtiana?

Reinwardt's Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia reinwardtiana?

Vernonia reinwardtiana is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

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-26670: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Willem Hendrik de Vriese (1806-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vriese' in the authors string.