Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(2): 210 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025960
Common Names
- Chrysopsidis Fleabane
- Golden Daisy Fleabane
- Yellow Daisy Fleabane
Description
Erigeron chrysopsidis (also called Golden Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that can grow up to 30cm tall. It is native to western North America and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erigeron chrysopsidis is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a pleasant smell and can be used as a natural air freshener. It is also known to be a natural insect repellent.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Erigeron chrysopsidis var. austiniae (Greene) G.L.Nesom
Erigeron chrysopsidis var. brevifolius Piper
Erigeron chrysopsidis var. austiniae (Greene) Cronquist
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erigeron chrysopsidis is yellow and daisy-like, with a central yellow disc and yellow petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erigeron chrysopsidis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can also be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Erigeron chrysopsidis
Erigeron chrysopsidis is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.
Erigeron chrysopsidis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erigeron chrysopsidis?
Erigeron chrysopsidis
What is the common name of Erigeron chrysopsidis?
Golden Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Erigeron chrysopsidis?
Mountain meadows and alpine slopes
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,