Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tener
ID:
83094

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Notes Compositae : 91 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082423



Common Names

  • Tender Fleabane
  • Slender Fleabane
  • Soft Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron caespitosus tener A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Erigeron tener (also called Slender Fleabane, and Daisy Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and small, white to pink flowers. It grows in open, sunny areas, and is often found in disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron tener is a low-growing, drought-tolerant plant that is often used in xeriscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and pink flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron tener is a small, white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a single stem and a single flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron tener is a perennial herb native to North America. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it can be divided or propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Erigeron tener

Erigeron tener is native to the United States and Canada. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Erigeron tener FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron tener?

Erigeron tener

What is the family of Erigeron tener?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Erigeron tener?

Delicate Fleabane

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-38933: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.