Status:
valid
Authors:
(Drake) Humbert
Source:
gcc
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 6: 155 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131920
Common Names
- Vernoniopsis caudata
- Tailed Ironweed
- Tailed Vernonia
Synonyms
- Vernonia caudata Drake [unknown]
- Vernonia sanctae-mariae Drake [unknown]
- Vernoniopsis caudata caudata [unknown]
Description
Vernoniopsis caudata (also called Caudate Vernoniopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Vernoniopsis caudata is a plant that is used in landscaping and gardening. It is a low-growing plant that has attractive yellow flowers. It is drought tolerant and can be used to create a ground cover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernoniopsis caudata has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are followed by small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernoniopsis caudata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 5°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Vernoniopsis caudata
Vernoniopsis caudata can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to North Carolina.
Vernoniopsis caudata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernoniopsis caudata?
Vernoniopsis caudata
What is the family of Vernoniopsis caudata?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Vernoniopsis caudata?
South America
Species in the Vernoniopsis genus
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,