Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
modestus
ID:
18967

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts : 68

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018296



Common Names

  • Modest Fleabane
  • Erigeron modestus
  • Modest Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron warnockii (Shinners) Shinners [unknown]
  • Erigeron plateauensis Cronquist [unknown]
  • Erigeron lobatus warnockii Shinners [unknown]

Description

Erigeron modestus (also called 'Modest Fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in open grasslands and on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron modestus is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron modestus has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron modestus is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best to divide the rootstock in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist and the seedlings should emerge in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Erigeron modestus

Erigeron modestus can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Erigeron modestus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron modestus?

Erigeron modestus

What is the common name of Erigeron modestus?

Modest Fleabane

Where is Erigeron modestus native to?

Erigeron modestus is native to western North America.

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-117693: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.