Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limosa
ID:
14655

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Kunene-Sambesi-Exped. : 400 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013984

Common Names

  • Vernonia limosa
  • Muddy Vernonia
  • Mud Ironweed

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Description

Vernonia limosa (also called the Limosa Vernonia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 60 cm in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry meadows, rocky slopes and steppes. It has a clump of narrow, grass-like leaves and small purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia limosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a natural source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia limosa is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia limosa is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can tolerate some drought, but will need supplemental water during dry periods. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Vernonia limosa

Vernonia limosa can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Vernonia limosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia limosa?

Vernonia limosa

What is the common name of Vernonia limosa?

Mud Ironweed

Where is Vernonia limosa found?

Vernonia limosa is found in wet meadows and marshes of the southeastern United States.

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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