Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serpentinus
ID:
39960

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72: 203 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039289



Common Names

  • Erigeron serpentinus
  • Serpentinus Erigeron
  • Serpentinus' Erigeron


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Description

Erigeron serpentinus (also called serpentine fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is typically found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron serpentinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some species of butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron serpentinus is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron serpentinus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. Pruning is not necessary but can help to keep the plant tidy.

Where to Find Erigeron serpentinus

Erigeron serpentinus is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is often used in traditional medicine.

Erigeron serpentinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron serpentinus?

Erigeron serpentinus

What is the common name of Erigeron serpentinus?

Serpentine Fleabane

What is the habitat of Erigeron serpentinus?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands

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-137990: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.