Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
91528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv. & Hiern ex Oliv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 29(2): 91 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090857



Common Names

  • Vernonia violacea
  • Violet Ironweed
  • Purple Ironweed


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Description

Vernonia violacea (also called Purple Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual wildflower native to the eastern United States. It has purple, daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in open, sunny areas and is found in meadows and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia violacea is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia violacea has small, purple flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings have linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia violacea is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9.

Where to Find Vernonia violacea

Vernonia violacea can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Vernonia violacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia violacea?

Vernonia violacea

What type of plant is Vernonia violacea?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Vernonia violacea native to?

South America

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-47137: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.