Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriocalyx
ID:
73547

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) Vierh.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 19: 522 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072876



Common Names

  • Erigeron
  • Eriocalyx Fleabane
  • Eriocalyx


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Description

Erigeron eriocalyx (also called woolly fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 m in height. The leaves are lanceolate and have a grayish-green color. The flowers are white and have yellow centers. It grows in rocky, dry, and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron eriocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron eriocalyx is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron eriocalyx is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Erigeron eriocalyx

Erigeron eriocalyx is native to western North America.

Erigeron eriocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron eriocalyx?

Erigeron eriocalyx

What type of plant is Erigeron eriocalyx?

A perennial herb

Where is Erigeron eriocalyx found?

It is found in the western United States

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-29619: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Vierhapper (1876-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vierh.' in the authors string.