Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pygmaeus
ID:
44281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. : 390 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043610



Common Names

  • Pygmy Fleabane
  • Pygmy Daisy
  • Pygmy Erigeron


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron nevadensis pygmaeus A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Erigeron pygmaeus (also called Pygmy Fleabane, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to the western United States and Canada. It grows in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and roadsides. Its small, daisy-like flowers are white or pinkish and have yellow centers. It has narrow, linear leaves that are covered with soft hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron pygmaeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron pygmaeus is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedling is a small rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron pygmaeus is a perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Erigeron pygmaeus

Erigeron pygmaeus can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Erigeron pygmaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron pygmaeus?

Erigeron pygmaeus

What is the common name of Erigeron pygmaeus?

Pygmy Fleabane

What is the habitat of Erigeron pygmaeus?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open 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