Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreades
ID:
83547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 11(Suppl.): 17 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082876



Common Names

  • Oread fleabane
  • Mountain fleabane
  • Meadow fleabane


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Description

Erigeron oreades (also called oread fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to North America and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron oreades is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron oreades is a white, five-petaled daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron oreades is a hardy, easy-to-grow perennial that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation.

Where to Find Erigeron oreades

Erigeron oreades is a species of flowering plant native to the mountains of western North America.

Erigeron oreades FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron oreades?

Erigeron oreades

What are the common names of Erigeron oreades?

Mountain fleabane, Oread fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron oreades?

It is found in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians, at altitudes of 1,400–2,400 m (4,600–7,900 ft).

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-39374: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.