Status:
valid
Authors:
Deflers
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Fr. 43: 104. 18--. + Arabia
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056732
Common Names
- Arcys' Vernonia
- Arcys' Ironweed
- Arcys' Fleabane
Description
Vernonia arcysiana (also called 'Arcy's Ironweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, and has a rosette of long, narrow leaves with yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia arcysiana is an ornamental plant that can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia arcysiana has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonia arcysiana is a perennial herb native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in the spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Vernonia arcysiana
Vernonia arcysiana is native to North America and can be found in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Vernonia arcysiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia arcysiana?
Vernonia arcysiana
What is the common name of Vernonia arcysiana?
Arcys' vernonia
What is the family of Vernonia arcysiana?
Asteraceae
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,