Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goetzenii
ID:
6913

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas A (1895) 135, nomen,

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006242

Common Names

  • Goetzen's Vernonia
  • Vernonia goetzenii
  • Goetzen's Vernonia

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Description

Vernonia goetzenii (also called 'Goetzen's Ironweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has small, purple flowers and grows in moist, grassy areas such as prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia goetzenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia goetzenii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia goetzenii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vernonia goetzenii

Vernonia goetzenii is native to Africa and can be found in dry, open areas. It is also found in parts of Ethiopia and Kenya.

Vernonia goetzenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia goetzenii?

Vernonia goetzenii

What are the common names of Vernonia goetzenii?

Goetzen's Ironweed

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia goetzenii?

It is native to 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,

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