Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sambiranensis
ID:
27526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 15: 362, cum descr. ampl. (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026855



Common Names

  • Sambirano Vernonia
  • Vernonia
  • Vernonia sambiranensis


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia leandrii sambiranensis Humbert [unknown]

Description

Vernonia sambiranensis (also called Sambirano Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It typically grows up to 1m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in moist, open areas, such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia sambiranensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia sambiranensis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, delicate, and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia sambiranensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vernonia sambiranensis

Vernonia sambiranensis can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Vernonia sambiranensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia sambiranensis?

Vernonia sambiranensis

What is the family of Vernonia sambiranensis?

Asteraceae

Where is Vernonia sambiranensis found?

It is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-12595: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.