Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robertii
ID:
49097

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 42: 35. 1904

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048426



Common Names

  • Vernonia Robertii
  • Robert's Ironweed
  • Robert's Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia robertii (also called Robert's Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has lanceolate leaves and purple flower heads. It typically grows in open woodlands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia robertii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers and can be used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia robertii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia robertii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Vernonia robertii

Vernonia robertii can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Vernonia robertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia robertii?

Vernonia robertii

What is the common name of Vernonia robertii?

Robert's Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia robertii?

It is native to Mexico and Central America.

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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