Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild. & Muschl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 49: 237 (1913). (1912 publ. 1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045134
Common Names
- Congolese Vernonia
- Congo Vernonia
- Congolese Ironweed
Description
Vernonia congolensis (also called Congo Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It is typically found in moist, open areas such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed sites. It has small, purple flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia congolensis has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Vernonia congolensis sub. vernonioides (Sch.Bip. ex Walp.) C.Jeffrey
Vernonia congolensis sub. longiflora C.Jeffrey
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia congolensis has small, yellow flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonia congolensis is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Vernonia congolensis
Vernonia congolensis is native to the Congo Basin in Africa. It is found in wet, tropical areas, especially in the rainforest.
Vernonia congolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia congolensis?
Vernonia congolensis
What is the common name of Vernonia congolensis?
Congo Ironweed
What is the natural habitat of Vernonia congolensis?
It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist, open woodland and grassland.
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,