Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
131287

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 22: 422 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130616



Common Names

  • Exile Erigeron
  • Erigeron Exile
  • Erigeron exilis


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Description

Erigeron exilis (also called 'Slender Fleabane', 'Slender Daisy' and 'Slender Erigeron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a low-growing, evergreen habit and its leaves are narrow and lanceolate.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron exilis is a yellow-green aster with a long stem and a spiny head. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, spiny rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron exilis is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Erigeron exilis

Erigeron exilis is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Erigeron exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron exilis?

Erigeron exilis

What is the common name of Erigeron exilis?

Slender Fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron exilis?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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-9151: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.