Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floresiana
ID:
33397

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Kost.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Blumea i. 444 (1935).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032726

Common Names

  • Floresiana Vernonia
  • Floresiana Ironweed
  • Floresiana Fleabane

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Description

Vernonia floresiana (also called Floresian Vernonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an annual herb with a slender stem and leaves that are covered with white hairs. It is native to Mexico and is found in open grassy areas and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia floresiana is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia floresiana has yellow flowers with small, dark centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia floresiana is an annual plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Vernonia floresiana

Vernonia floresiana is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrub that grows in dry, open areas and can reach up to 3 meters in height.

Vernonia floresiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia floresiana?

Vernonia floresiana

What is the common name of Vernonia floresiana?

Vernonia

What is the family of Vernonia floresiana?

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,

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