Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peregrinus
ID:
94025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(16): 166 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093354



Common Names

  • Peregrine Fleabane
  • Mountain Daisy
  • Erigeron


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Synonyms

  • Aster salsuginosus Hook. [unknown]
  • Erigeron peregrinus peregrinus [unknown]
  • Erigeron peregrinus peregrinus [unknown]
  • Erigeron unalaschkensis Less. [unknown]

Description

Erigeron peregrinus (also called wandering fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has white flowers and is native to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. It is found in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron peregrinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron peregrinus var. thompsonii (S.F.Blake ex J.W.Thomps.) Cronquist
Erigeron peregrinus sub. peregrinus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erigeron peregrinus has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron peregrinus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Erigeron peregrinus

Erigeron peregrinus is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies, fields, and roadsides.

Erigeron peregrinus FAQ

What are the common names of Erigeron peregrinus?

Common names of Erigeron peregrinus include wandering fleabane and wandering daisy.

What is the growth habit of Erigeron peregrinus?

Erigeron peregrinus is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

What is the native range of Erigeron peregrinus?

Erigeron peregrinus is native to 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-49575: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.