Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhodesiana
ID:
132688

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 64: 303 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132017



Common Names

  • Rhodesiana Vernonia
  • Vernonia Rhodesiana
  • Rhodesiana Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia rhodesiana (also called Rhodes vernonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Zimbabwe, and is found in disturbed areas, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia rhodesiana is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia rhodesiana is a purple, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia rhodesiana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Vernonia rhodesiana

Vernonia rhodesiana is native to the African continent. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and in open, disturbed areas.

Vernonia rhodesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia rhodesiana?

Vernonia rhodesiana

What is the family of Vernonia rhodesiana?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Vernonia rhodesiana?

Africa

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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