Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neomexicanus
ID:
73397

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 19: 2 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072726



Common Names

  • New Mexican Fleabane
  • Erigeron
  • Neomexicanus


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron delphinifolius euneomexicanus Cronquist [unknown]
  • Erigeron delphinifolius A.Gray [unknown]
  • Erigeron delphinifolius neomexicanus (A.Gray) Cronquist [unknown]

Description

Erigeron neomexicanus (also called New Mexican Fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a single stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy places, such as hillsides and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron neomexicanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron neomexicanus is white with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron neomexicanus is an annual plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or directly in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Erigeron neomexicanus

Erigeron neomexicanus is native to North America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Erigeron neomexicanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron neomexicanus?

Erigeron neomexicanus

What type of plant is Erigeron neomexicanus?

It is an annual herbaceous plant

Where is Erigeron neomexicanus found?

It is found in the southwestern United States

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-29470: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.