Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coerulea
ID:
78471

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Blumea i. 423 (1935).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077800

Common Names

  • Blue Ironweed
  • Vernonia Blue
  • Blue Vernonia

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia coerulea coerulea [unknown]

Description

Vernonia coerulea (also called 'blue ironweed', 'blue ironweed' and 'blue ironweed', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It has blue flowers and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia coerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia coerulea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia coerulea is an annual herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by sowing the seeds in spring or summer. The seeds will germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Vernonia coerulea

Vernonia coerulea is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Vernonia coerulea FAQ

What are the common names of Vernonia coerulea?

Vernonia coerulea is commonly known as blue ironweed.

What are the medicinal uses of Vernonia coerulea?

Vernonia coerulea has been used to treat fever, digestive issues, and inflammation.

What is the optimal growing environment for Vernonia coerulea?

Vernonia coerulea prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

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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