Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jamaicensis
ID:
46214

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1213 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045543



Common Names

  • Jamaican Fleabane
  • Erigeron jamaicensis
  • Jamaica Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Aster jamaicensis (L.) Less. [unknown]
  • Erigeron rivularis Sw. [unknown]
  • Erigeron earlei Britton & P.Wilson [unknown]
  • Erigeron runcinatus Bertero ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Erigeron jamaicensis (also called Jamaica Fleabane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Jamaica, and typically grows in moist, open habitats. It is an annual herb, with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron jamaicensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erigeron jamaicensis are white and daisy-like, with a central disc of white disc florets surrounded by white ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron jamaicensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Erigeron jamaicensis

Erigeron jamaicensis can be found in Jamaica.

Erigeron jamaicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron jamaicensis?

Erigeron jamaicensis

What is the family of Erigeron jamaicensis?

Asteraceae

Where is Erigeron jamaicensis native to?

Jamaica

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