Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lavandulifolia
ID:
1112

Status:
valid

Authors:
Muschl. ex De Wild.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot. , sér. 4, 2(1): 163 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000441

Common Names

  • Vernonia Lavender
  • Lavender Vernonia
  • Lavender Fleabane

Searching for Vernonia lavandulifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Vernonia lavandulifolia (also called Lavender Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a small flower head. It grows in open woodlands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia lavandulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia lavandulifolia is a purple, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

Searching for Vernonia lavandulifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia lavandulifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Vernonia lavandulifolia

Vernonia lavandulifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of Namibia and Botswana.

Vernonia lavandulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia lavandulifolia?

Vernonia lavandulifolia

What is the common name of Vernonia lavandulifolia?

Lavender-leaved Vernonia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia lavandulifolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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

Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:258671-1: Based on the initial data import