Vernonia

Vernonieae teres is a perennial ornamental plant from the Asteraceae family, growing 0.6–1.5 meters tall. It prefers full sun and medium water, thriving in loamy, clay, or sandy soils. Suitable for USDA zones 5–8, it blooms from July to September with purple, blue, and pink flowers. This plant is not fragrant, but it does attract pollinators. It is not toxic and not evergreen.