Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poliospermus
ID:
4003

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(2): 210 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003332



Common Names

  • Erigeron Poliospermus
  • Poliospermus Erigeron
  • Erigeron Poliospermi


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Description

Erigeron poliospermus (also called White-rayed fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white ray flowers. It is found in dry, open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron poliospermus is a plant used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron poliospermus var. disciformis (Cronquist) G.L.Nesom
Erigeron poliospermus var. cereus Cronquist

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron poliospermus is a small white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron poliospermus is an annual herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Erigeron poliospermus

Erigeron poliospermus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Erigeron poliospermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron poliospermus?

Erigeron poliospermus

What is the common name of Erigeron poliospermus?

Gray Fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron poliospermus?

Erigeron poliospermus 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-103218: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.