Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
viatorum
ID:
72946

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 234 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072275



Common Names

  • Vernoniastrum viatorum
  • Prairie Ironweed
  • Violet Ironweed


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Description

Vernoniastrum viatorum (also called Wayfaring Vernoniastrum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in coastal areas and sand dunes. It has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Vernoniastrum viatorum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernoniastrum viatorum has small yellow flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernoniastrum viatorum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Vernoniastrum viatorum

Vernoniastrum viatorum is native to South America and can be found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Vernoniastrum viatorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernoniastrum viatorum?

Vernoniastrum viatorum

What is the family of Vernoniastrum viatorum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Vernoniastrum viatorum?

Traveller's Goldenrod

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-29025: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.