Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Kost.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Blumea 1: 399 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115515
Common Names
- Durifolia vernonia
- Vernonia durifolia
- Vernonia
Description
Vernonia durifolia (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia durifolia has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia durifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonia durifolia is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Vernonia durifolia
Vernonia durifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Vernonia durifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia durifolia?
Vernonia durifolia
What is the common name of Vernonia durifolia?
Durifolia Ironweed
What is the natural habitat of Vernonia durifolia?
Vernonia durifolia is found in dry, open grasslands and rocky slopes in North 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,