Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heteromorphus
ID:
16271

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 27: 173 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015600



Common Names

  • Heteromorphus Erigeron
  • Erigeron Heteromorphus
  • Heteromorphus


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Description

Erigeron heteromorphus (also called the variable fleabane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads. It is native to North America, and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron heteromorphus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron heteromorphus is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron heteromorphus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 3-7.

Where to Find Erigeron heteromorphus

Erigeron heteromorphus can be found in dry grasslands, pastures, and roadsides in North America.

Erigeron heteromorphus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron heteromorphus?

Erigeron heteromorphus is native to the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

What type of soil does Erigeron heteromorphus prefer?

Erigeron heteromorphus prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the growth rate of Erigeron heteromorphus?

Erigeron heteromorphus has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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,

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