Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 167 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124742
Common Names
- Crown Daisy
- Crown Fleabane
- Crown Erigeron
Synonyms
- Erigeron coronarius coronarius [unknown]
- Achaetogeron howardii (M.E.Jones) S.F.Blake [unknown]
- Erigeron howardii M.E.Jones [unknown]
Description
Erigeron coronarius (also called Crowned Fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Rocky Mountains and the western United States. It has white or pink flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Erigeron coronarius is a popular ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and yards. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects, as well as to provide a habitat for wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Erigeron coronarius var. durangensis G.L.Nesom
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erigeron coronarius is a small, white flower head with yellow disc florets. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erigeron coronarius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly. Cut back the foliage in late fall to encourage new growth in the spring.
Where to Find Erigeron coronarius
Erigeron coronarius is found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.
Erigeron coronarius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erigeron coronarius?
Erigeron coronarius
What type of plant is Erigeron coronarius?
It is an annual herb
Where is Erigeron coronarius found?
It is found in Europe and North America
What are the characteristics of Erigeron coronarius?
It has white or pink flowers and lance-shaped leaves
What is the flowering period of Erigeron coronarius?
It flowers from May to August
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,