Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philadelphicus
ID:
22905

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 863 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022234



Common Names

  • Erigeron philadelphicus
  • Glossopappus macrotus
  • Erigeron epiroticus


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron philadelphicus philadelphicus [unknown]
  • Erigeron philadelphicus scaturicola Fernald [unknown]
  • Erigeron purpureus Aiton [unknown]
  • Erigeron purpureus purpureus [unknown]
  • Erigeron philadelphicus philadelphicus [unknown]
  • Erigeron philadelphicus philadelphicus [unknown]

Description

Erigeron philadelphicus (also called Philadelphia Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found growing in dry and sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron philadelphicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron philadelphicus var. provancheri (Vict. & Rouss.) B.Boivin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron philadelphicus is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped shape. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron philadelphicus is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Erigeron philadelphicus

Erigeron philadelphicus is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Erigeron philadelphicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron philadelphicus?

Erigeron philadelphicus

What is the common name of Erigeron philadelphicus?

Philadelphia Fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron philadelphicus?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the eastern 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