Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
121436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 14(2): 218 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120765



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Vernonia revoluta
  • Vernon's Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia revoluta (also called Twisted Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas, usually in areas with sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia revoluta is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia revoluta has small, purple flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia revoluta is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and occasional fertilizing. Deadheading is recommended to promote new growth.

Where to Find Vernonia revoluta

Vernonia revoluta is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Vernonia revoluta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia revoluta?

Vernonia revoluta

What is the common name of Vernonia revoluta?

Revolute Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia revoluta?

Grassy areas, meadows, and open woods

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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