Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subdentata
ID:
67906

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Blumea, Suppl. 4: 171 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067235



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Subdentata
  • Subdentate Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia subdentata (also called Subdentate Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is found in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia subdentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia subdentata has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia subdentata is a low-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. When propagating from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the stems and place in a moist potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Vernonia subdentata

Vernonia subdentata is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wet, disturbed areas, such as ditches and wet meadows.

Vernonia subdentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia subdentata?

Vernonia subdentata

What is the common name of Vernonia subdentata?

Toothed Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia subdentata?

Dry, open woods, and disturbed areas

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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