Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
faustiana
ID:
6203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chapm.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 136 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005532

Common Names

  • Faustiana Vernonia
  • Faustiana Vernonia Vernonia
  • Faustiana Vernonia Sunflower

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Synonyms

  • Vernonia greggii palmeri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Vernonia greggii palmeri M.Gray [deprecated]

Description

Vernonia faustiana (also called Faust's Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a rosette of leaves and a single flower head with purple ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia faustiana is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife, and its flowers are used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia faustiana is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia faustiana is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Vernonia faustiana

Vernonia faustiana can be found in the southeastern United States.

Vernonia faustiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia faustiana?

Vernonia faustiana

What are the common names of Vernonia faustiana?

Ironweed, tall ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia faustiana?

Dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-105326: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Alvan Wentworth Chapman (1809-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chapm.' in the authors string.