Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
128139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klatt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Annal. Naturh. Hofmus. Wien 7: 99. 1892

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127468



Common Names

  • Vernonia verrucosa
  • Warty Ironweed
  • Warty Vernonia


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia chlorolepis S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Vernonia verrucosa (also called Warty Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a single, hairy stem that grows up to 1 m tall and is topped with a single yellow flower head. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, woodlands, and sagebrush flats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia verrucosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia verrucosa has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia verrucosa is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vernonia verrucosa

Vernonia verrucosa can be found in the African countries of Cameroon, Ethiopia, and Nigeria.

Vernonia verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia verrucosa?

Vernonia verrucosa

What is the common name of Vernonia verrucosa?

Warty Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia verrucosa?

Grasslands and meadows

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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