Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ischnophylla
ID:
13648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Muschl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 46(1-2): 75 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012977

Common Names

  • Vernonia ischnophylla
  • Narrow-Leaf Vernonia
  • Slender-Leaf Vernonia

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Description

Vernonia ischnophylla (also called narrow-leaved ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has purple flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is found in prairies, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia ischnophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia ischnophylla has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia ischnophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate drought once established. It is also tolerant of salt spray and wind.

Where to Find Vernonia ischnophylla

Vernonia ischnophylla is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Vernonia ischnophylla FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia ischnophylla?

Vernonia ischnophylla is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

What type of soil does Vernonia ischnophylla prefer?

Vernonia ischnophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much sun does Vernonia ischnophylla need?

Vernonia ischnophylla prefers full sun.

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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