Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petrophilus
ID:
88830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 1(5): 218 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088159



Common Names

  • Rocky Mountain Fleabane
  • Rocky Fleabane
  • Mountain Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron petrophilus petrophilus [unknown]

Description

Erigeron petrophilus (also called Rock Fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Rocky Mountains of North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron petrophilus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron petrophilus var. viscidulus (A.Gray) G.L.Nesom
Erigeron petrophilus var. sierrensis G.L.Nesom

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron petrophilus is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron petrophilus is a perennial herb native to the Rocky Mountains. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Erigeron petrophilus

Erigeron petrophilus is found in the Rocky Mountains of North America.

Erigeron petrophilus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron petrophilus?

Erigeron petrophilus

What are the common names of Erigeron petrophilus?

Rocky Mountain fleabane, mountain daisy, and alpine fleabane

What is the habitat of Erigeron petrophilus?

It is found in meadows, rocky slopes, and alpine tundra

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-4450: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.