Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sceptrifer
ID:
3836

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 248 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003165

Common Names

  • Scepter Erigeron
  • Erigeron Sceptrifer
  • Scepter Erigeron

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Description

Erigeron sceptrifer (also called Scepter Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erigeron sceptrifer is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erigeron sceptrifer has white daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erigeron sceptrifer is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erigeron sceptrifer

Erigeron sceptrifer is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Erigeron sceptrifer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erigeron sceptrifer?

Erigeron sceptrifer

What is the family of Erigeron sceptrifer?

Asteraceae

Where is Erigeron sceptrifer found?

It is found in the Himalayas.

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-103057: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.