Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azureus
ID:
133511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel ex Popov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Trudy Bot. Inst. Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R., Ser. 1, Fl. Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 7: 9 (1948), in clavi.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132840



Common Names

  • Azureus Fleabane
  • Azureus Daisy
  • Erigeron Azureus


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron azureus Regel ex O.Fedtsch. & B.Fedtsch. [unknown]

Description

Erigeron azureus (also called azure fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry open woods, meadows, and rocky slopes. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately divided, and its flowers are white and daisy-like.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron azureus is a wildflower that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erigeron azureus flower has five white petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron azureus is a perennial plant that is best cultivated in full sun and dry, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erigeron azureus

Erigeron azureus is native to North America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Erigeron azureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron azureus?

Erigeron azureus

What is the family of Erigeron azureus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Erigeron azureus?

Azure Fleabane

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-93670: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.