Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
valerianifolius
ID:
50603

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wolf) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
(1838). Prodr. 6: 295. 1838.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049932



Common Names

  • Valerian-Leaf Fireweed
  • Valerian-Leaf Erechtites
  • Erechtites Valerianifolius


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Synonyms

  • Erechtites valerianifolius valerianifolius [unknown]

Description

Erechtites valerianifolius (also called Fireweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It has white flowers and is native to North and South America. It prefers moist, sunny habitats such as grasslands, open woodlands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erechtites valerianifolius has medicinal properties and is used as a food source. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erechtites valerianifolius is a yellow-green daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erechtites valerianifolius is a perennial plant that is easily propagated by division of the rootstock in spring. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in poor soils.

Where to Find Erechtites valerianifolius

Erechtites valerianifolius can be found in North America, Central America, South America, and parts of Europe.

Erechtites valerianifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erechtites valerianifolius?

Erechtites valerianifolius

What is the common name of Erechtites valerianifolius?

Valerian-Leaved Fireweed

What type of plant is Erechtites valerianifolius?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant.

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-148468: 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.