Erigeron multiceps
About
Erigeron multiceps is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae known by the common names Kern River daisy and Kern River fleabane. It is endemic to California, where it is known mostly from the Kern Plateau in the southern High Sierra Nevada of eastern Tulare County. It is a perennial herb growing a hairy stem up to about 20 centimeters tall from a taproot and caudex. The base of the stem is surrounded by oblong leaves 2 to 5 centimeters long, and there are some smaller leaves along the length of the stem. The inflorescence produces hairy, glandular flower heads filled with yellow disc florets and a fringe of up to 125 thin, flat white to purple-tinged ray florets. The fruit is an achene with a pappus of bristles.
- Family
- Asteraceae
How to use it
The Kern River fleabane can be appreciated for its ornamental value in gardens, especially for those looking to attract pollinators. Its striking flowers can add a unique touch to native plant gardens, promoting biodiversity and supporting local ecosystems.
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Gardening tip
If you want to grow Kern River fleabane, make sure to plant it in well-drained soil and in a sunny spot. This will help the plant thrive and produce its beautiful flowers!
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In the kitchen
The Kern River fleabane is not eaten by humans. While it is a beautiful plant, it is best admired in its natural habitat rather than used in cooking.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Erigeron multiceps
- Slug
- erigeron-multiceps
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Erigeron
- Species
- multiceps
- Wikidata QID
- Q5388417
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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