Wasowski, Sally and Andy
Vernonia fasciculata Michx.
Prairie ironweed, Common ironweed
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
The stout, unbranched, 2-5 ft. stems bears numerous lance-shaped, coarsely-toothed, dark-green leaves. Attractive floral sprays are composed of densely clustered, rose-purple flowers.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial Habit: Herb Fruit: Size Class: 3-6 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Purple
Bloom Time: Jul , Aug , Sep
Distribution
USA: AR , CO , IL , IN , IA , KS , KY , MA , MN , MS , MO , MT , NE , NY , ND , OH , OK , SD , WI
Canada: MB ,
ON ,
SK Native Distribution: OH to Sask., s. to TX; introduced elsewhere
Native Habitat: Wet prairies; marshes
USDA Native Status: L48(N), CAN(N) Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Sun , Part Shade , Shade
Soil Description: Fertile, moist to wet soils.
Conditions Comments: Too aggressive for small areas. Needs competition.
Benefit
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Attracts: Butterflies
Larval Host: Larval host for American painted lady.
Last Update: 2009-03-04
