Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leioreades
ID:
77525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Popov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 8: 52 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076854



Common Names

  • Leioreades Fleabane
  • Leioreades
  • Fleabane


Searching for Erigeron leioreades? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Erigeron leioreades (also called White-Stem Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in silvery-white hairs. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron leioreades is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron leioreades is a yellow-green daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

Searching for Erigeron leioreades? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron leioreades is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn and will germinate in spring.

Where to Find Erigeron leioreades

Erigeron leioreades is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies and deserts.

Erigeron leioreades FAQ

What are the common names of Erigeron leioreades?

Erigeron leioreades is commonly known as the White-Rayed Fleabane.

Where does Erigeron leioreades grow?

Erigeron leioreades is native to the Mediterranean region, but it can also be found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

What is the growth habit of Erigeron leioreades?

Erigeron leioreades is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 0.5 meters in height.

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-33496: Based on the initial data import
Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.