Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kamerunensis
ID:
4407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 59(4, Beibl. 133): 1 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003736

Common Names

  • Kamerunensis Vernonia
  • Vernonia Kamerunensis
  • Kamerunensis Ironweed

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Description

Vernonia kamerunensis (also called Cameroon Ironweed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with purple flower heads. It is native to Cameroon and grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia kamerunensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a food source and for making dyes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia kamerunensis is a purple, composite flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia kamerunensis is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical regions. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow the seed in a well-drained seed-raising mix and keep moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and placed in a propagating mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Vernonia kamerunensis

Vernonia kamerunensis is native to Cameroon and can be found in moist and shady forests.

Vernonia kamerunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia kamerunensis?

Vernonia kamerunensis

What type of plant is Vernonia kamerunensis?

It is a herb

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia kamerunensis?

It is found in tropical rainforests

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-10361: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.