Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
areysiana
ID:
65272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deflers

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 43: 104 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064601

Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Areysiana
  • Areys' Ironweed

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Description

Vernonia areysiana (also called 'Arey's Ironweed', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows in moist, open habitats and has small, purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia areysiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia areysiana is a yellow, daisy-like flower with many petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia areysiana is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize the plant in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Vernonia areysiana

Vernonia areysiana is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Vernonia areysiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia areysiana?

Vernonia areysiana

What is the common name of Vernonia areysiana?

Areysiana Ironweed

What is the growth habit of Vernonia areysiana?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

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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