Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericolepis
ID:
80482

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Hoffm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 24(4): 466 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079811

Common Names

  • Vernonia Sericolepis
  • Silky Vernonia
  • Silky Ironweed

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Description

Vernonia sericolepis (also called Silky-Leaved Vernonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in open grassland and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia sericolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vernonia sericolepis is a small, purple daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia sericolepis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils and should be watered regularly. It is not tolerant of frost and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Vernonia sericolepis

Vernonia sericolepis is native to South America and can be found in open, disturbed areas.

Vernonia sericolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonia sericolepis?

Vernonia sericolepis

What is the common name of Vernonia sericolepis?

Silky Vernonia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia sericolepis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the western Himalayas

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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