Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
72316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vierh.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 19(2): 489 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071645



Common Names

  • Major Fleabane
  • Daisy Fleabane
  • Butter Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron hirsutus Hoppe ex DC. [illegitimate]
  • Erigeron mairei Braun-Blanq. [unknown]
  • Trimorpha nevadensis Vierh. [unknown]
  • Erigeron funkii Sch.Bip. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Erigeron alpinus major Boiss. [unknown]
  • Erigeron granatensis W.Lippert [unknown]

Description

Erigeron major (also called 'Large Fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America and Europe. It has a white flower and grows in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron major is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron major is a yellow-green disc floret, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon with a short, pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron major is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the divisions should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Erigeron major

Erigeron major is native to North America, and can be found in dry, grassy areas, such as prairies and meadows.

Erigeron major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron major?

Erigeron major

What is the common name of Erigeron major?

Large Fleabane

What is the family of Erigeron major?

Asteraceae

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