Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
34300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 252 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033629

Common Names

  • Elmer's Vernonia
  • Elmer's Ironweed
  • Elmer's Fleabane

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Description

Vernonia elmeri (also called Elmer's Ironweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, native to the southeastern United States. It grows in moist, sandy soils, and is often found in wet meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia elmeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia elmeri has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia elmeri is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring and division of the rootstock should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Vernonia elmeri

Burbidgea schizocheila is native to South Africa and is found in the Cape Floristic Region.

Vernonia elmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia elmeri?

Vernonia elmeri

What type of plant is Vernonia elmeri?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia elmeri?

Dry grasslands and rocky slopes

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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