Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canadensis
ID:
16588

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 863 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015917



Common Names

  • Erigeron canadensis
  • Erigeron
  • Canadensis


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Synonyms

  • Conyzella canadensis Rupr. [unknown]
  • Erigeron ruderalis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Tessenia canadensis Bubani [unknown]
  • Erigeron myriocephalus Rech.f. & Edelb. [unknown]
  • Conyza parva Cronquist [unknown]
  • Marsea canadensis (L.) V.M.Badillo [unknown]
  • Leptilon canadense canadense [unknown]
  • Erigeron canadensis canadensis [unknown]
  • Leptilon canadense (L.) Britton & Brown [deprecated]
  • Erigeron strictus DC. [unknown]
  • Trimorpha canadensis Lindm. [unknown]
  • Inula canadensis Bernh. [unknown]
  • Senecio ciliatus Walter [unknown]
  • Erigeron paniculatus Lam. [unknown]
  • Aster canadensis (L.) E.H.L.Krause [illegitimate]
  • Erigeron canadense pusillus (Nutt.) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Erigeron canadensis glabratus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Erigeron canadensis levis Makino [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis pusilla (Nutt.) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Erigeron canadensis canadensis [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis glabrata (A.Gray) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Caenotus canadensis (L.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Leptilon pusillum (Nutt.) Britton [unknown]
  • Leptilon canadense (L.) Britton [unknown]
  • Caenotus pusillus Raf. [unknown]
  • Erigeron pusillus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis (L.) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Erigeron canadensis pusillus (Nutt.) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis simplex P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis obovoidea P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis incisa P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Conyza canadensis robusta P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Leptilon canadense pusillum (Nutt.) Daniels [deprecated]

Description

Erigeron canadensis (also called Canadian Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron canadensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron canadensis is a white-pink daisy-like flower, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron canadensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed.

Where to Find Erigeron canadensis

Erigeron canadensis is native to North America and can be found in fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Erigeron canadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron canadensis?

Erigeron canadensis

What type of plant is Erigeron canadensis?

Erigeron canadensis is an annual or perennial herb.

Where is Erigeron canadensis native to?

Erigeron canadensis is native to North America.

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