Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
121549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Sida 9(3): 224 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120878



Common Names

  • Guatemalan Fleabane
  • Guatemalan Daisy
  • Erigeron Daisy


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Description

Erigeron guatemalensis (also called 'Guatemalan Fleabane', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron guatemalensis is yellow and tubular in shape. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron guatemalensis is a perennial plant that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated in spring or autumn and should be planted in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Erigeron guatemalensis

Erigeron guatemalensis is native to Central America and can be found in open grassland and scrubland.

Erigeron guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron guatemalensis?

Erigeron guatemalensis

What is the common name of Erigeron guatemalensis?

Guatemalensis

What is the habitat of Erigeron guatemalensis?

It is found in dry, open habitats in Guatemala

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-82115: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.