Tall Ironweed
Classification:
Family: Asteraceae, aster family
Genus species: Vernonia gigantea
Leaves:
Leaves are ovate or elliptic with serrated edges.
Flowers:
Flower heads consist of multiple disk flowers with no ray flowers. The flower petals are pink or pale purple.
More Information:
The genus name Vernonia is named for William Vernon (1680-1711), English botanist and collector.
Photos:Tall Ironweed
