Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
senaelii
ID:
52844

Status:
valid

Authors:
Glaziou

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 5 Mém. 4: 372. 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052173



Common Names

  • Vernonia senaelii
  • Senael's Vernonia
  • Senael's Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia senaelii (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has purple flowers and grows in moist woods, thickets, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia senaelii is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and stomach problems, as well as for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Vernonia senaelii flower is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia senaelii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate watering.

Where to Find Vernonia senaelii

Vernonia senaelii is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

Vernonia senaelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia senaelii?

Vernonia senaelii

What is the common name of Vernonia senaelii?

Senael's Ironweed

What type of plant is Vernonia senaelii?

Perennial herb

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,