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New York Ironweed (Vernonia noveboracensis)

New York Ironweed (Vernonia noveboracensis) is a tall, upright perennial wildflower native to eastern North America, known for its vibrant purple-pink flower clusters.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, prefers moist, well-drained conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low fertilizer needs.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Best flowering in full sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.

Water regularly, avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, prefers moist, well-drained conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low fertilizer needs.

Light feeding in spring if necessary.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.2-2.4 m

Spread

0.6-1.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

0.6-1.2 cm

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Synonyms
Behen noveboracense (L.) Hill
Behen praealtum Hill
Cacalia noveboracensis (L.) Kuntze
Chrysocoma noveboracensis Desf.
Chrysocoma tomentosa Walter
Serratula caroliniana Mill.
Serratula noveboracensis L.
Serratula praealta L.
Vernonia harperi Gleason
Vernonia rugeliana Shuttlew. ex A.Gray
Vernonia tomentosa Elliott
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusVernonia
  • speciesVernonia noveboracensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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