Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mimus
ID:
119908

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Sida 9(3): 224 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119237



Common Names

  • Erigeron mimus
  • Mimic Daisy
  • Mimic Fleabane


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Description

Erigeron mimus (also called Mimic Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron mimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron mimus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and have thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron mimus is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from the stems in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erigeron mimus

Erigeron mimus is native to North America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Erigeron mimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron mimus?

Erigeron mimus

What is the common name of Erigeron mimus?

Mimic fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron mimus?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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-80535: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.