Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
basilobatus
ID:
62200

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 32: 148 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061529



Common Names

  • Basilobatus Erigeron
  • Erigeron basilobatus
  • Erigeron


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Description

Erigeron basilobatus (also called Basil-leaved fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1 m. Its leaves are deeply lobed and spiny. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron basilobatus is an ornamental plant with attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron basilobatus has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron basilobatus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring, while seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Erigeron basilobatus

Erigeron basilobatus can be found in the western United States.

Erigeron basilobatus FAQ

What are the common names of Erigeron basilobatus?

Erigeron basilobatus is commonly known as the Basil-leaved Fleabane.

What is the growth habit of Erigeron basilobatus?

Erigeron basilobatus is an herbaceous perennial that grows in clumps.

What is the native range of Erigeron basilobatus?

Erigeron basilobatus is native to the western United States and Canada.

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-18553: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.