Erechtites valerianae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valerianae
ID:
51938
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wolf) DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051267
Common Names
- Valerian Erectites
- Valerian Fireweed
- Valerian Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erechtites valerianae (also called Fireweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other areas with moist soils. It has a basal rosette of leaves and pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erechtites valerianae is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erechtites valerianae is a yellow-green, tubular flower head with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erechtites valerianae is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Erechtites valerianae
Erechtites valerianae can be found in the dry grasslands of the Brazilian Cerrado, as well as in the Gran Chaco of Paraguay and Argentina.
Erechtites valerianae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erechtites valerianae?
Erechtites valerianae
What is the common name of Erechtites valerianae?
Valerian Fireweed
What is the habitat of Erechtites valerianae?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.
Species in the Erechtites genus
Erechtites prenanthoides, Erechtites atkinsoniae, Erechtites hispidula, Erechtites scaberulus, Erechtites glossantha, Erechtites ignobilis, Erechtites sonchoides, Erechtites glomerata, Erechtites valerianifolia, Erechtites hieraciifolius, Erechtites kermadecensis, Erechtites hieracifolia, Erechtites bukaensis, Erechtites diversifolius, Erechtites valerianifolius, Erechtites valerianae, Erechtites hieraciifolia, Erechtites wairauensis, Erechtites bathurstiana, Erechtites missionum, Erechtites tenuiflorus, Erechtites glabrescens, Erechtites leptanthus, Erechtites goyazensis, Erechtites lacerata, Erechtites runcinata, Erechtites minima, Erechtites prenanthoides, Erechtites minimus, Erechtites glomeratus, Erechtites missionis, Erechtites runcinatus,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-149810: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Nathanael Matthaeus von Wolf (1724-1784): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wolf' in the authors string.