Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
timpermaniana
ID:
129110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kalanda

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 57(1-2): 211 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128439



Common Names

  • Timperman's Ironweed
  • Timperman Ironweed
  • Vernonia timpermaniana


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Description

Vernonia timpermaniana (also called Purple Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has purple-colored flowers and grows in moist meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia timpermaniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia timpermaniana is yellow in color and has a daisy-like appearance. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia timpermaniana is a perennial plant that is native to the Brazilian Cerrado. It is a fast-growing species that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vernonia timpermaniana

Vernonia timpermaniana is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky, calcareous soils.

Vernonia timpermaniana FAQ

What is the common name of Vernonia timpermaniana?

Timperman's Ironweed

What is the scientific name of Timperman's Ironweed?

Vernonia timpermaniana

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia timpermaniana?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, sunny 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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