Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thunbergii
ID:
127327

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , ser. 2, 6(2): 395 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126656



Common Names

  • Erigeron thunbergii
  • Thunberg's Fleabane
  • Thunberg's Fleabane Plant


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Description

Erigeron thunbergii (also called Thunberg's Fleabane, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Japan and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron thunbergii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron thunbergii var. angustifolius (Tatew.) Hara
Erigeron thunbergii var. heterotrichus (Hara) Hara
Erigeron thunbergii sub. glabratus (A.Gray) Hara

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron thunbergii has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron thunbergii is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Erigeron thunbergii

Erigeron thunbergii is native to Japan and can be found in the Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu regions.

Erigeron thunbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron thunbergii?

Erigeron thunbergii

What is the common name of Erigeron thunbergii?

Thunberg's fleabane

What is the natural habitat of Erigeron thunbergii?

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-87678: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.