Description
Erigeron evermannii (also called the Evermann's Fleabane, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb. It is native to the United States, where it is found in moist, disturbed habitats. It grows in sandy, loamy, and clay soils and prefers moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Erigeron evermannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erigeron evermannii is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, pale green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erigeron evermannii can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seedbed. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil.