Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hispidula
ID:
8026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 296 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007355



Common Names

  • Erechtites Hispidula
  • Rough Fleabane
  • Hairy Fleabane


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Description

Erechtites hispidula (also called Hairy Fireweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erechtites hispidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erechtites hispidula is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erechtites hispidula is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Divisions should be taken in early spring and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Erechtites hispidula

Erechtites hispidula is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and wetlands.

Erechtites hispidula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erechtites hispidula?

Erechtites hispidula

What is the common name of Erechtites hispidula?

Hairy Fireweed

What is the family of Erechtites hispidula?

Asteraceae

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:203335-1: Based on the initial data import