Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sidamensis
ID:
67173

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 38(2): 199 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066502



Common Names

  • Vernonia sidamensis
  • Sidamensis Vernonia
  • Vernonia


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Description

Vernonia sidamensis (also called 'Ironweed', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, purple flowers. It is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia sidamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant to provide a natural boundary to gardens. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia sidamensis is a small, yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia sidamensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil.

Where to Find Vernonia sidamensis

Vernonia sidamensis is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Vernonia sidamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia sidamensis?

Vernonia sidamensis

What is the common name of Vernonia sidamensis?

Sidam Ironweed

What type of habitat does Vernonia sidamensis prefer?

Vernonia sidamensis prefers dry meadows, pastures, and open woods.

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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