Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphanactis
ID:
127755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. : 389 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127084



Common Names

  • Erigeron Aphanactis
  • Giant Daisy Fleabane
  • Giant Daisy


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Description

Erigeron aphanactis (also called Aphanactis Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Middle East. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron aphanactis is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron aphanactis var. congestus (Greene) Cronquist

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron aphanactis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a single row along the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron aphanactis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. When planting, it is important to ensure that the soil is not too compacted, as this can lead to poor growth. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant. To encourage flowering, it is important to deadhead the flowers as they fade.

Where to Find Erigeron aphanactis

Erigeron aphanactis is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Erigeron aphanactis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron aphanactis?

Erigeron aphanactis

What type of plant is Erigeron aphanactis?

Erigeron aphanactis is a flowering plant.

Where does Erigeron aphanactis grow?

Erigeron aphanactis is native to the western United States.

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-88097: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.