Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vagus
ID:
112016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Payson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Univ. Wyoming Publ. Sci., Bot. 1: 179, fig. 16 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000111345



Common Names

  • Vagus Erigeron
  • Vagus Daisy
  • Vagus Fleabane


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Description

Erigeron vagus (also called 'Vagrant Erigeron', among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to North America and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron vagus is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erigeron vagus var. madsenii S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron vagus has yellow-brown flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are initially white and later turn green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron vagus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be planted in a sunny spot. Water regularly during the growing season and provide a dry period during the winter months. Fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Erigeron vagus

Erigeron vagus is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, open areas, often in sagebrush and other dry shrublands.

Erigeron vagus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron vagus?

Erigeron vagus

What is the common name of Erigeron vagus?

Vagus

What is the family of Erigeron vagus?

Asteraceae

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-7058: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Blake Payson (1893-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Payson' in the authors string.