Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blakei
ID:
135104

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 4: 90, fig. 25 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134433



Common Names

  • Blake's Fleabane
  • Daisy Fleabane
  • Showy Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron montevidensis Baker [unknown]
  • Conyza blakei (Cabrera) Cabrera [unknown]
  • Erigeron bonariensis filifolia Chodat [unknown]

Description

Erigeron blakei (also called Blake's Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has white flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron blakei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron blakei is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron blakei is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Erigeron blakei

Erigeron blakei is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Erigeron blakei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron blakei?

Erigeron blakei

What is the common name of Erigeron blakei?

Blake's Fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron blakei?

Open grassy areas, dry slopes, and roadsides

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-95220: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.