Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
raphaelis
ID:
31182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Webbia 24(1): 61 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030511



Common Names

  • Erigeron raphaelis
  • Raphael's Fleabane
  • Raphael's Daisy


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Description

Erigeron raphaelis (also called Raphael's Fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has white or pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils and is adapted to survive in areas with low rainfall and high temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron raphaelis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various health conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron raphaelis is a white or pinkish-white daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron raphaelis can be propagated by seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division of clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Erigeron raphaelis

Erigeron raphaelis is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Erigeron raphaelis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron raphaelis?

Erigeron raphaelis

What is the common name of Erigeron raphaelis?

Raphael's fleabane

What is the habitat of Erigeron raphaelis?

Open, dry areas, such as grasslands and chaparral

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-1295: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.