Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptocladus
ID:
28647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 154: 24 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027976



Common Names

  • Erigeron leptocladus
  • Slender-stem Fleabane
  • Slender-stem Erigeron


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Description

Erigeron leptocladus (also called Slenderleaf Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single, erect stem with a few branches, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron leptocladus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in dried flower arrangements. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron leptocladus has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron leptocladus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is easily propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -20°C. It is also tolerant of salt and air pollution.

Where to Find Erigeron leptocladus

Erigeron leptocladus is native to North America and can be found in dry, open woods, prairies, and along roadsides.

Erigeron leptocladus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron leptocladus?

Erigeron leptocladus

What type of plant is Erigeron leptocladus?

It is a flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron leptocladus?

It is found in moist meadows and grasslands

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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