Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shabaensis
ID:
37850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kalanda

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 52(1-2): 126 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037179

Common Names

  • Vernonia Shabaensis
  • Shaba Vernonia
  • African Ironweed

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Description

Vernonia shabaensis (also called Shaba Vernonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in high-altitude grassland habitats. It is a herb, typically growing to heights of 0.3-0.6 m.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonia shabaensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonia shabaensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, thin tube. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonia shabaensis is an annual herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Vernonia shabaensis

Vernonia shabaensis is native to the Democratic Republic of Congo. It can be found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Vernonia shabaensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Vernonia shabaensis?

Vernonia shabaensis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the average height of Vernonia shabaensis?

Vernonia shabaensis typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period for Vernonia shabaensis?

Vernonia shabaensis typically flowers from July to September.

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-135954: Based on the initial data import
Kankenza Kalanda (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kalanda' in the authors string.