Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Hickenia 2(54): 255 (1997).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005809
Common Names
- Vernonia novarae
- Novara's Ironweed
- Novara Ironweed
Description
Vernonia novarae (also called Novara's Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the mountains of South America. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, purple flowers. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia novarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vernonia novarae has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vernonia novarae is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation can be done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Vernonia novarae
Vernonia novarae is native to South America and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Vernonia novarae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia novarae?
Vernonia novarae
What is the natural habitat of Vernonia novarae?
Vernonia novarae is found in dry and rocky soils in the Andean region.
What is the flowering period of Vernonia novarae?
Vernonia novarae flowers from August to October.
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,