Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sengana
ID:
66733

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 56: 207 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066062

Common Names

  • Vernonia
  • Sengana Ironweed
  • Sengana Vernonia

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Description

Vernonia sengana (also called 'Senegal Ironweed', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia sengana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It can be used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia sengana is a yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia sengana is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer.

Where to Find Vernonia sengana

Vernonia sengana is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Vernonia sengana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia sengana?

Vernonia sengana

What is the family of Vernonia sengana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Vernonia sengana?

Sengana Vernonia

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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