Serratula glauca Linnaeus, Species Plantarum 2: 818. 1753.

"Habitat in Marilandia, Virginia, Carolina." RCN: 5936.

Lectotype (Reveal & al. in Huntia 7: 217. 1987): Clayton 175, lower specimen (BM-000576252).

Current name: Vernonia glauca (L.) Willd. ( Asteraceae).