Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
othonnifolius
ID:
15621

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 2: 50 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014950



Common Names

  • Erigeron Othonnifolius
  • Othon's Fleabane
  • Othon's Daisy


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Description

Erigeron othonnifolius (also called Othon's fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to California and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron othonnifolius is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron othonnifolius is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow center. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron othonnifolius is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Where to Find Erigeron othonnifolius

Erigeron othonnifolius can be found in the Andes, from Venezuela to Bolivia, at altitudes of 2,000-3,000 m.

Erigeron othonnifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron othonnifolius?

Erigeron othonnifolius

What is the common name of Erigeron othonnifolius?

Othon's fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron othonnifolius?

Erigeron othonnifolius is native to Mexico and Central 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-114470: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.