Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acris
ID:
86059

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 863 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085388



Common Names

  • Erigeron Acris
  • Acris Erigeron
  • Erigeron


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron alpinus Lam. [unknown]
  • Erigeron scaber Willd. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Erigeron carpaticus Griseb. & Schenk [unknown]
  • Erigeron villarsii Willd. [unknown]
  • Aster villarsii E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Erigeron shepardii Post [unknown]
  • Inula acris Bernh. [unknown]
  • Erigeron glaberrimus Scheele ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Erigeron muelleri Lund ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Erigeron crispulus Borbás [unknown]
  • Erigeron umbellatus Gilib. [unknown]
  • Erigeron yellowstonensis A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Erigeron elongatus Moench [unknown]
  • Erigeron acris acris [unknown]
  • Erigeron corymbosus Wallr. [unknown]
  • Erigeron angustatus Fries ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Trimorpha hispanica Vierh. [unknown]
  • Aster erigeron E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Erigeron orientalis Boiss. [unknown]
  • Erigeron pseudoacris Schur [unknown]
  • Erigeron acris fuscomarginatus Emb. & Maire [unknown]
  • Trimorpha acris acris [unknown]
  • Erigeron vulgaris Scheele ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Erigeron acris acris [unknown]
  • Erigeron zosonius H.S.Pak [unknown]
  • Erigeron intermedius Rchb. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Erigeron asteroides Andrz. ex Besser [unknown]
  • Erigeron lapiluteus A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Trimorpha vulgaris Cass. [unknown]
  • Trimorpha acris (L.) Gray [unknown]
  • Tessenia vulgaris Bubani [unknown]
  • Erigeron philadelphicus Willd. [unknown]
  • Erigeron acris pseudoelongatus (Rouy) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Erigeron glabratus minor Hook. [unknown]

Description

Erigeron acris (also called blue fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has small, daisy-like flowers and grows in sunny, dry areas. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron acris is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat respiratory issues, skin problems, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron acris var. kamtschaticus (DC.) Herder
Erigeron acris sub. brachycephalus (H.Lindb.) Hiitonen
Erigeron acris sub. pycnotrichus (Vierh.) Grierson
Erigeron acris sub. mesatlanticus (Maire) Maire
Erigeron acris sub. droebachiensis (O.F.Müll.) Arcang.
Erigeron acris sub. podolicus (Besser) Nyman
Erigeron acris sub. botschantzevii Greuter
Erigeron acris sub. politus (Fr.) H.Lindb.
Erigeron acris sub. angulosus (Gaudin) Vacc.
Erigeron acris sub. phaeocephalus Rech.f.
Erigeron acris sub. staintonii Rech.f.
Erigeron acris sub. arctophilus (Rech.f.) Rech.f.
Erigeron acris var. khasianus (Hook.f.) Hajra

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron acris has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are hairy and grey-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron acris is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the temperature between 18-21°C. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in the desired location.

Where to Find Erigeron acris

Erigeron acris can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Erigeron acris FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erigeron acris?

Erigeron acris prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some wind and salt.

What type of soil is best for Erigeron acris?

Erigeron acris prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay and sandy soils.

How often should I water Erigeron acris?

Erigeron acris is drought tolerant and does not need to be watered frequently. Water only when the soil is dry to the touch.

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