Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calderae
ID:
81426

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Hansen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Mun. Funchal 44: 175 (1992), nom. nov.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080755



Common Names

  • Calder's Daisy
  • Calder Daisy
  • Erigeron


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Description

Erigeron calderae (also called Erigeron californicus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron calderae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron calderae has white flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron calderae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Erigeron calderae

Erigeron calderae is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Erigeron calderae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron calderae?

Erigeron calderae

What is the common name of Erigeron calderae?

Calder's fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron calderae?

Dry, sandy soils in coastal areas

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-37320: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Hansen (1925-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Hansen' in the authors string.