Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
75619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Schweinf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Fl. Aethiop. : 147 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074948



Common Names

  • Schimperi Erigeron
  • Erigeron Schimperi
  • Schimperi Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Conyza schimperi schimperi [unknown]
  • Conyza schimperi adoensis Vatke [unknown]
  • Conyza schimperi longipapposa R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Conyza schimperi bipontini Vatke [unknown]
  • Conyza schimperi schimperi [unknown]
  • Conyza schimperi Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Erigeron schimperi (also called Schimper's Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem. It is native to East Africa, and grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron schimperi is yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small and dark. The seedlings are thin and fragile with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron schimperi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in borders or rock gardens and should be divided every two to three years.

Where to Find Erigeron schimperi

Erigeron schimperi is found in Ethiopia, particularly in the highlands.

Erigeron schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron schimperi?

Erigeron schimperi

What is the common name of Erigeron schimperi?

Schimperi Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron schimperi?

Grasslands, 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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:204475-1: Based on the initial data import