Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
138423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 10: 144 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137752



Common Names

  • Rupicola Vernonia
  • Rocky Mountain Ironweed
  • Rupicola Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia rupicola (also called Vernonia rupicola, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with purple flowers. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia rupicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia rupicola has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a diameter of 1/4 inch. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia rupicola is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Vernonia rupicola

Vernonia rupicola can be found in the United States, primarily in the states of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Vernonia rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia rupicola?

Vernonia rupicola

What is the common name of Vernonia rupicola?

Rocky Mountain ironweed

What type of plant is Vernonia rupicola?

Herbaceous perennial

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,