Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
recurvata
ID:
15001

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.M.Barroso

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 13: 12, tab. 7 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014330

Common Names

  • Recurved Vernonia
  • Recurved Ironweed
  • Recurved Purpletop

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Description

Vernonia recurvata (also called Curved Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has purple flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to North America and is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia recurvata has been used as an ingredient in salads and soups, and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive problems and skin ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia recurvata is purple and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia recurvata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Vernonia recurvata

Vernonia recurvata can be found in South America.

Vernonia recurvata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia recurvata?

Vernonia recurvata

What is the common name of Vernonia recurvata?

Recurved Vernonia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia recurvata?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

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-11386: Based on the initial data import
Graziela Maciel Barroso (1912-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Barroso' in the authors string.