Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blodgettii
ID:
2941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S. 1160, 1338 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002270

Common Names

  • Vernonia blodgettii
  • Blodgett's Ironweed
  • Blodgett's Vernonia

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Description

Vernonia blodgettii (also called Blodgett's ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia blodgettii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover and in rock gardens. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish. The leaves can be used as a tea or as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia blodgettii is a small purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia blodgettii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Vernonia blodgettii

Vernonia blodgettii is found in the western United States and Canada.

Vernonia blodgettii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia blodgettii?

Vernonia blodgettii

What is the common name of Vernonia blodgettii?

Blodgett's Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia blodgettii?

Grasslands, woodlands, and open forests

What is the flowering period of Vernonia blodgettii?

Summer

What is the growth habit of Vernonia blodgettii?

Upright, clump-forming perennial

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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