Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
12690

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 233 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012019



Common Names

  • Erigeron saxatilis
  • Rocky Mountain Fleabane
  • Rocky Mountain Daisy


Searching for Erigeron saxatilis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Erigeron saxatilis (also called 'Rock Fleabane', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a taproot. It is native to Europe and Asia and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron saxatilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erigeron saxatilis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

Searching for Erigeron saxatilis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron saxatilis can be propagated from seed or by division of the root mass. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil in spring or autumn. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The divided clumps should be replanted immediately.

Where to Find Erigeron saxatilis

Erigeron saxatilis is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Erigeron saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron saxatilis?

Erigeron saxatilis

What is the common name of Erigeron saxatilis?

Rock fleabane

What is the habitat of Erigeron saxatilis?

It is found in rocky areas, meadows, and disturbed 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-111642: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.