Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sparsifolius
ID:
134824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 6: 297 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134153



Common Names

  • Sparse-leaved fleabane
  • Sparse-leaved daisy
  • Sparse-leaved paper daisy


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Synonyms

  • Wyomingia vivax A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Erigeron utahensis sparsifolius (Eastw.) Cronquist [unknown]

Description

Erigeron sparsifolius (also called Sparse-Leaved Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has white flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron sparsifolius is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is often used as a groundcover or in rock gardens. It is also used in xeriscaping and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron sparsifolius has small, yellow-white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron sparsifolius is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Erigeron sparsifolius

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

Erigeron sparsifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron sparsifolius?

Erigeron sparsifolius

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron sparsifolius?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of North America.

What is the flowering period of Erigeron sparsifolius?

It flowers from June to August.

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-9495: Based on the initial data import
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.