Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpuratus
ID:
19414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 4(22): 155 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018743



Common Names

  • Fleabane Daisy
  • Purple Fleabane
  • Daisy Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron purpuratus purpuratus [unknown]
  • Erigeron purpuratus purpuratus [unknown]

Description

Erigeron purpuratus (also called the purple fleabane, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America, and is found in open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron purpuratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive purple flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron purpuratus has small, purple flowers with yellow disk florets and white ray florets. Its seeds are small, dark brown and slightly flattened. The seedlings are hairy and have oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron purpuratus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be divided in spring or fall to propagate.

Where to Find Erigeron purpuratus

Erigeron purpuratus is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.

Erigeron purpuratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron purpuratus?

Erigeron purpuratus

Where is Erigeron purpuratus found?

Erigeron purpuratus is found in Mexico.

What is the habitat of Erigeron purpuratus?

Erigeron purpuratus is found in dry, scrubby areas.

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