Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mercedensis
ID:
131059

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 204 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130388



Common Names

  • Fleischmannia
  • Fleischmann's Daisy
  • Fleischmann's Aster


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium mercedense B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Fleischmannia mercedensis (also called Merced Fleischmannia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fleischmannia mercedensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fleischmannia mercedensis is a yellow disc floret surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with broad, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fleischmannia mercedensis is a perennial shrub native to Chile. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Fleischmannia mercedensis

Fleischmannia mercedensis is native to California and can be found in the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Fleischmannia mercedensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fleischmannia mercedensis?

Fleischmannia mercedensis

What is the common name of Fleischmannia mercedensis?

Merced Fleischmannia

What is the family of Fleischmannia mercedensis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Fleischmannia genus

Fleischmannia soratae, Fleischmannia yungasensis, Fleischmannia laxicephala, Fleischmannia anisopoda, Fleischmannia narinoensis, Fleischmannia klattiana, Fleischmannia yucatanensis, Fleischmannia ejidensis, Fleischmannia microstemoides, Fleischmannia bohlmanniana, Fleischmannia matudae, Fleischmannia mayorii, Fleischmannia capillipes, Fleischmannia tamboensis, Fleischmannia bridgesii, Fleischmannia imitans, Fleischmannia crocodilia, Fleischmannia guatemalensis, Fleischmannia arguta, Fleischmannia obscurifolia, Fleischmannia hemonophylla, Fleischmannia sideritides, Fleischmannia antiquorum, Fleischmannia prasiifolia, Fleischmannia sinclairii, Fleischmannia quirozii, Fleischmannia altihuanucana, Fleischmannia coibensis, Fleischmannia porphyranthema, Fleischmannia monagasensis, Fleischmannia bergantinensis, Fleischmannia multinervis, Fleischmannia granatensis, Fleischmannia allenii, Fleischmannia ferreyrae, Fleischmannia laxa, Fleischmannia zakii, Fleischmannia fragilis, Fleischmannia purpusii, Fleischmannia viscidipes, Fleischmannia schickendantzii, Fleischmannia harlingii, Fleischmannia marginata, Fleischmannia lloensis, Fleischmannia davidsmithii, Fleischmannia sinaloensis, Fleischmannia dissolvens, Fleischmannia loxensis, Fleischmannia hammellii, Fleischmannia blakei,

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-91288: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.