Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acomanus
ID:
92831

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spellenb. & P.J.Knight

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Madroño 36(2): 115 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092160



Common Names

  • Acoma Fleabane
  • Acoma Daisy
  • Erigeron acomanus


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Description

Erigeron acomanus (also called Acoma Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its toothed leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron acomanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron acomanus is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, gray-brown, and have a papery texture. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron acomanus is a perennial species of flowering plant native to the western United States. It is a low-growing, clump-forming plant with small, daisy-like flowers. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established. It is also deer-resistant.

Where to Find Erigeron acomanus

Erigeron acomanus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in the Great Basin region.

Erigeron acomanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron acomanus?

Erigeron acomanus

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron acomanus?

Grassy plains, rocky slopes, and sandy soils

What is the flowering season of Erigeron acomanus?

May to July

Species in the Erigeron genus

Erigeron thrincioides, Erigeron leucoglossus, Erigeron popovii, Erigeron monorchis, Erigeron subglaber, Erigeron lanuginosus, Erigeron barbarensis, Erigeron pseud, Erigeron uniflorus, Erigeron nacoriensis, Erigeron yukonensis, Erigeron caespitosus, Erigeron compositus, Erigeron imbricatus, Erigeron sceptrifer, Erigeron poliospermus, Erigeron cyanactis, Erigeron quercifolius, Erigeron speciosus, Erigeron anisophyllus, Erigeron hirtellus, Erigeron pamiricus, Erigeron pappocromus, Erigeron dejongii, Erigeron sublyratus, Erigeron karvinskianus, Erigeron parishii, Erigeron paucilobus, Erigeron tunariensis, Erigeron thermarum, Erigeron patagonicus, Erigeron maniopotamicus, Erigeron multiceps, Erigeron silenifolius, Erigeron goodrichii, Erigeron popayanensis, Erigeron pyrami, Erigeron aureus, Erigeron pulchellus, Erigeron bellidiformis, Erigeron arizonicus, Erigeron ursinus, Erigeron canaani, Erigeron vreelandii, Erigeron eriocephalus, Erigeron denalii, Erigeron macdonaldii, Erigeron vichrenensis, Erigeron radicatus, Erigeron allochrous,

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-4841: Based on the initial data import
Richard William Spellenberg (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spellenb.' in the authors string.
Paul J. Knight (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Knight' in the authors string.