Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vicinus
ID:
71374

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 256 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070703



Common Names

  • Vicinus Erigeron
  • Erigeron Vicinus
  • Vicinus Daisy


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Description

Erigeron vicinus (also called Vicia fleabane, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It grows to a height of up to 2 feet and has white flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron vicinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to create a hedge or border. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, respiratory problems, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron vicinus has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron vicinus is a perennial plant native to western North America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Erigeron vicinus

Erigeron vicinus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, sandy soils.

Erigeron vicinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron vicinus?

Erigeron vicinus

What is the common name of Erigeron vicinus?

Vicine fleabane

What is the habitat of Erigeron vicinus?

It is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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-27502: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.