Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 5: 285. 1836 [1-10 Oct 1836]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005955
Common Names
- Erigeron karvinskianus
- Karvinskianus
- Karvinskianus Plant
Synonyms
- Erigeron trilobus Sond. [unknown]
- Erigeron karvinskianus karvinskianus [unknown]
- Erigeron mucronatus DC. [unknown]
- Aster erigeroides schultesii Harv. [unknown]
- Aster erigeroides trinervius (Turcz.) Harv. [unknown]
- Erigeron karvinskianus mucronatus Hieron. [unknown]
- Erigeron karvinskianus mucronatum DC. [unknown]
- Erigeron karvinskianus mucronatus (DC.) Asch. [unknown]
Description
Erigeron karvinskianus (also called Mexican daisy, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is typically found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are linear.
Uses & Benefits
Erigeron karvinskianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erigeron karvinskianus has small, white flowers that are arranged in a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erigeron karvinskianus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from seed, but this is not recommended as it is difficult to get the seeds to germinate.
Where to Find Erigeron karvinskianus
Erigeron karvinskianus is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Erigeron karvinskianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erigeron karvinskianus?
Erigeron karvinskianus
What are the common names of Erigeron karvinskianus?
Karwinsky's fleabane
What is the natural habitat of Erigeron karvinskianus?
Tropical regions of Central and South America
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,