Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chihuahuanus
ID:
89630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 169 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088959



Common Names

  • Chihuahuan Fleabane
  • Desert Fleabane
  • Erinaceus Fleabane


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Description

Erigeron chihuahuanus (also called Chihuahuan Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western parts of North America. It has a small, woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and sometimes in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron chihuahuanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron chihuahuanus has small, white flowers with yellow centres and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, rounded leaves that are green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron chihuahuanus is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in early spring. Plant the divisions in a sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist until the plants have established.

Where to Find Erigeron chihuahuanus

Erigeron chihuahuanus is found in North America.

Erigeron chihuahuanus FAQ

What are the common names of Erigeron chihuahuanus?

Common names of Erigeron chihuahuanus include Chihuahuan fleabane and Mexican fleabane.

What is the growth habit of Erigeron chihuahuanus?

Erigeron chihuahuanus is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows in clumps and can reach up to 40 cm in height.

What is the native range of Erigeron chihuahuanus?

Erigeron chihuahuanus is native to the Chihuahuan Desert in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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-45285: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.