Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xvi. (1881) 88.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127328
Common Names
- Erigeron Inornatus
- Plain Fleabane
- Inornate Fleabane
Description
Erigeron inornatus (also called Plains Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open areas. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Erigeron inornatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erigeron inornatus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are thin, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erigeron inornatus is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Once established, it requires little water and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Erigeron inornatus
Erigeron inornatus is native to North America and can be found in dry, rocky soils.
Erigeron inornatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erigeron inornatus?
Erigeron inornatus
What is the common name of Erigeron inornatus?
Inornate Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Erigeron inornatus?
Grasslands and meadows
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,