Vernonia vallicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vallicola
ID:
64601
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 52: 95 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063930
Common Names
- Vernonia vallicola
- Valley Ironweed
- Vernal Ironweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vernonia vallicola (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in moist meadows, along stream banks, and in open woodlands. It grows up to 1.5 m tall, and has small, purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia vallicola is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia vallicola has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center of disc florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small, with hairy, gray-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vernonia vallicola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Vernonia vallicola
Vernonia vallicola is native to North America and can be found in the southeastern United States.
Vernonia vallicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia vallicola?
Vernonia vallicola
What type of plant is Vernonia vallicola?
It is an annual herb
Where is Vernonia vallicola found?
It is found in the western United States
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-20895: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.