Status:
valid
Authors:
Aubrév. ex Compère
Source:
gcc
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 32: 208 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012703
Common Names
- Brazzavillensis Ironweed
- Vernonia
- Ironweed
Description
Vernonia brazzavillensis (also called Congo Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia brazzavillensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia brazzavillensis has purple flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonia brazzavillensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. It is best to fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer before planting. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Vernonia brazzavillensis
Vernonia brazzavillensis is found in the tropical forests of Central Africa.
Vernonia brazzavillensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia brazzavillensis?
Vernonia brazzavillensis
What is the common name of Vernonia brazzavillensis?
Brazzaville Vernonia
Where is Vernonia brazzavillensis found?
Vernonia brazzavillensis is found in Africa
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,