Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nanus
ID:
60772

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 308 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060101



Common Names

  • Dwarf Fleabane
  • Little Fleabane
  • Nanus Fleabane


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Description

Erigeron nanus (also called Dwarf Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas. It has white or pink flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron nanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron nanus has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron nanus is an annual herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Erigeron nanus

Erigeron nanus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and France.

Erigeron nanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron nanus?

Erigeron nanus

What is the common name of Erigeron nanus?

Dwarf Fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron nanus?

Rocky slopes and meadows

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-17162: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.