Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvicola
ID:
32437

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 395 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031766



Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Sylvicola
  • Woodland Ironweed


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Synonyms

  • Polydora sylvicola (G.V.Pope) H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Vernonia sylvicola (also called woodland vernonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Central America and is found in dry and moist forests at elevations between 0 and 1,000 meters. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia sylvicola is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia sylvicola has small purple flowers with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia sylvicola is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonia sylvicola

Vernonia sylvicola is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and rocky areas. It can be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.

Vernonia sylvicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia sylvicola?

Vernonia sylvicola

What is the common name of Vernonia sylvicola?

Forest Vernonia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia sylvicola?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-130714: Based on the initial data import
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.