Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eryngiifolia
ID:
139075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 259 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138404

Common Names

  • Eurybia eryngiifolia
  • Eurybia Andina
  • Eurybia Parviflora

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Synonyms

  • Prionopsis chapmanii Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Heleastrum chapmanii (Torr. & A.Gray) Greene [deprecated]
  • Aster eryngiifolius Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Heleastrum chapmanii Greene [deprecated]

Description

Eurybia eryngiifolia (also called Eryngium-Leaved Eurybia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and bright pink thistle-like flowers. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eurybia eryngiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eurybia eryngiifolia is white in color, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurybia eryngiifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Eurybia eryngiifolia

Eurybia eryngiifolia is found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Eurybia eryngiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eurybia eryngiifolia?

Eurybia eryngiifolia

What is the common name of Eurybia eryngiifolia?

Eryngium-leaved aster

What is the natural habitat of Eurybia eryngiifolia?

Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.