Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incertus
ID:
120517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Skottsb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Wiss. Ergebn. Schwed. Sudpol.-Exped. 4(10): 49 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119846



Common Names

  • Erigeron
  • Fleabane
  • Daisy Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron sullivanii sullivanii [unknown]
  • Erigeron sulivani Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Hieracium incertum d'Urv. [unknown]

Description

Erigeron incertus (also called Uncertain Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a single stem and a woody base. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is commonly found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron incertus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron incertus is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron incertus is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Erigeron incertus

Erigeron incertus is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Erigeron incertus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron incertus?

Erigeron incertus

What is the common name of Erigeron incertus?

Uncertain Fleabane

Where is Erigeron incertus found?

Erigeron incertus is found in the southwestern 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-81131: Based on the initial data import
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.