Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhodanthoidea
ID:
60837

Status:
valid

Authors:
Muschl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 46(1-2): 77 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060166



Common Names

  • Rhodanthoidea Ironweed
  • Rhodanthoidea Vernonia
  • Vernonia Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia rhodanthoidea rhodanthoidea [unknown]
  • Crystallopollen angustifolium angustifolium [unknown]
  • Crystallopollen angustifolium angustifolium [unknown]
  • Vernonia psammophila Dusén [unknown]
  • Vernonia poskeana vulgaris Hiern [unknown]
  • Vernonia rhodanthoidea densifolia Verdc. [unknown]
  • Vernonia rhodanthoidea psammophila (Muschl.) Verdc. [unknown]
  • Vernonia psammophila Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Vernonia rhodanthoidea (also called Red-flowered Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Asteraceae. It grows up to 1 m tall and has pinkish-purple flower heads. It is native to East Africa, and is found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia rhodanthoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia rhodanthoidea has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a star-shaped seed head. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia rhodanthoidea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Vernonia rhodanthoidea

Vernonia rhodanthoidea is native to South America and can be found in wet grasslands and marshes.

Vernonia rhodanthoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia rhodanthoidea?

Vernonia rhodanthoidea

What is the common name of Vernonia rhodanthoidea?

Rosy Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia rhodanthoidea?

It is found in moist to wet soils in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

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