Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thodei
ID:
43573

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 74: 205 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042902



Common Names

  • Thode's Vernonia
  • Thode's Ironweed
  • Vernonia thodei


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia collina Schlechter [unknown]
  • Vernonia collina Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Vernonia thodei (also called Thode's Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 1.5 m and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia thodei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia thodei is a yellow-orange disc floret with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia thodei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Vernonia thodei

Vernonia thodei is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Vernonia thodei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia thodei?

Vernonia thodei

What is the family of Vernonia thodei?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia thodei?

Grasslands and scrublands

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-141503: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.