Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegantulus
ID:
15516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Erythea 3: 65 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014845



Common Names

  • Erigeron Elegantulus
  • Elegant Fleabane
  • Elegant Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron linearis elegantulus J.T.Howell [unknown]

Description

Erigeron elegantulus (also called Elegant Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in sandy, well-drained soils in arid and semi-arid regions, and is often found in washes and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron elegantulus is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has many non-medical uses, such as providing a habitat for wildlife, providing erosion control, and being used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron elegantulus has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have lance-shaped leaves that are covered in short hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron elegantulus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but this is a slow process. It is also susceptible to powdery mildew and other fungal diseases.

Where to Find Erigeron elegantulus

Erigeron elegantulus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Chiapas.

Erigeron elegantulus FAQ

What are the common names of Erigeron elegantulus?

Erigeron elegantulus is commonly known as Elegant Fleabane.

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron elegantulus?

Erigeron elegantulus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in desert scrub, chaparral, and grassland habitats.

What are the characteristics of Erigeron elegantulus?

Erigeron elegantulus is an annual herb with white or pink flowers. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spreading habit.

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-11436: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.