Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
morrisonensis
ID:
36629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
gcc

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo xxv. Art. 19, 126 (1908).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035958

Common Names

  • Morrison's Erigeron
  • Erigeron Morrisonensis
  • Erigeron Morrisonensis Plant

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Synonyms

  • Erigeron morrisonensis morrisonensis [unknown]

Description

Erigeron morrisonensis (also called Morrison's Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the mountains of western North America. It is a low-growing plant, reaching only about 6 inches in height, with small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron morrisonensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and urinary disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron morrisonensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with white hairs on the underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron morrisonensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°C. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erigeron morrisonensis

Erigeron morrisonensis can be found in Taiwan.

Erigeron morrisonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron morrisonensis?

Erigeron morrisonensis

What type of plant is Erigeron morrisonensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Erigeron morrisonensis grow?

It is native to Taiwan

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-134774: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.