Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucus
ID:
127883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 1: t. 10 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127212

Common Names

  • Erigeron glaucus
  • Glaucous Fleabane
  • Glaucus Erigeron

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Synonyms

  • Erigeron maritimus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Stenactis glauca Nees [unknown]
  • Aster bonariensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Erigeron californicus Jeps. [unknown]
  • Aster glaucus (Ker Gawl.) Pépin [unknown]
  • Erigeron squarrosus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Aster californicus Less. [unknown]
  • Woodvillea calendulacea DC. [unknown]
  • Erigeron hispidus Nutt. [illegitimate]

Description

Erigeron glaucus (also called seaside fleabane, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Pacific Coast of North America. It is a small, flowering plant with white or pink flowers and grows in coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron glaucus is used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, a diuretic, and a laxative. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, for its attractive blue flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erigeron glaucus is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem with small yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron glaucus is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Erigeron glaucus

Erigeron glaucus is native to the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Erigeron glaucus FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erigeron glaucus?

Erigeron glaucus grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Erigeron glaucus?

Erigeron glaucus prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.

What is the best way to propagate Erigeron glaucus?

Erigeron glaucus can be propagated through seed or cuttings.

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