Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
15151

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 55(Mém. 8b): 40 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014480

Common Names

  • Vernonia scoparia
  • Scoparia Vernonia
  • Scoparia Ironweed

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Description

Vernonia scoparia (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Americas. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and alternate. It grows in moist meadows, along roadsides, and in other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia scoparia is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia scoparia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia scoparia is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Vernonia scoparia

Vernonia scoparia can be found in the southeastern United States.

Vernonia scoparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia scoparia?

Vernonia scoparia

What are the common names of Vernonia scoparia?

Ironweed, Ironweed Aster

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia scoparia?

Mesic to dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides in eastern North America

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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