Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eatonii
ID:
69120

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Notes Compositae : 91 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068449



Common Names

  • Erigeron Eatonii
  • Eatonii Fleabane
  • Eatonii Cutleaf Fleabane


Searching for Erigeron eatonii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Erigeron eatonii (also called Eaton's fleabane, among many other common names) is an upright, herbaceous perennial with lance-shaped leaves and white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to western North America and grows in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron eatonii is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is drought tolerant and can attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron eatonii var. villosus (Cronquist) Cronquist
Erigeron eatonii var. nevadincola (S.F.Blake) G.L.Nesom
Erigeron eatonii var. lavandulus Strother & Ferlatte
Erigeron eatonii var. plantagineus (Greene) Cronquist
Erigeron eatonii var. sonnei (Greene) G.L.Nesom

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron eatonii is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves.

Searching for Erigeron eatonii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron eatonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil, but is also drought tolerant. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds.

Where to Find Erigeron eatonii

Erigeron eatonii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is commonly found in the Great Basin and the Rocky Mountains.

Erigeron eatonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron eatonii?

Erigeron eatonii

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron eatonii?

It is native to the western United States.

What is the average height of Erigeron eatonii?

It is typically around 0.5 meters tall.

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-2530: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.