Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sumbavensis
ID:
41700

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Blumea vii. 288 (1952).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041029



Common Names

  • Sumba Vernonia
  • Sumba Ironweed
  • Vernonia Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia sumbavensis (also called Sumba Ironweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Sumba Islands. It is a tall, branching plant with small, purple flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry, sandy soils in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia sumbavensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia sumbavensis is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia sumbavensis is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Canary Islands. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vernonia sumbavensis

Vernonia sumbavensis is native to the Sumba Island of Indonesia. It can be found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Vernonia sumbavensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia sumbavensis?

Vernonia sumbavensis

What is the common name of Vernonia sumbavensis?

Sumba Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia sumbavensis?

It is native to Indonesia.

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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