Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
123061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dinter ex Merxm.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122390



Common Names

  • Square-Stemmed Ironweed
  • Squarrosa Ironweed
  • Square-Stem Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia squarrosa (also called Rough Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a stem up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Andes in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of 2500-3500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia squarrosa is purple and has 5 petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia squarrosa is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Vernonia squarrosa

Vernonia squarrosa can be found in dry, open woods, thickets, and prairies throughout the eastern United States.

Vernonia squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia squarrosa?

Vernonia squarrosa

What is the common name of Vernonia squarrosa?

Squarrose Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia squarrosa?

Grasslands of South Africa

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-83561: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Hermann Merxmüller (1920-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merxm.' in the authors string.