Vernonia vulturina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulturina
ID:
125407
Status:
valid
Authors:
Shinners
Source:
gcc
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Field & Lab. 18: 25 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124736
Common Names
- Vulture Ironweed
- Vulture Vernonia
- Vulture Iron Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vernonia vulturina (also called Vulture Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has purple flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Vernonia vulturina is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make dyes and inks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vernonia vulturina is a small, yellow-green flower head with yellow disc florets. The seed is an achene, which is a small, dry, single-seeded fruit that does not open at maturity. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vernonia vulturina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly. Cut back the foliage in late fall to encourage new growth in the spring.
Where to Find Vernonia vulturina
Vernonia vulturina is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Vernonia vulturina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vernonia vulturina?
Vernonia vulturina
What type of plant is Vernonia vulturina?
It is a shrub
Where is Vernonia vulturina found?
It is found in the Andes Mountains of South America
What are the characteristics of Vernonia vulturina?
It has long, lanceolate leaves and purple flowers
What is the flowering period of Vernonia vulturina?
It flowers from July 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-85830: Based on the initial data import
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.