Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leptanthus
ID:
95955

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 14(69): 76 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095284

Common Names

  • Leptanthus Erechtites
  • Erechtites Leptanthus
  • Leptanthus

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Description

Erechtites leptanthus (also called Slender Fireweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America, where it is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It grows to a height of 30-60 cm, and has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erechtites leptanthus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erechtites leptanthus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erechtites leptanthus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location to protect it from strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erechtites leptanthus

Erechtites leptanthus is native to North America and can be found in the wild in the temperate regions of the United States and Canada.

Erechtites leptanthus FAQ

What are the common names of Erechtites leptanthus?

Narrow-leaved Fireweed

What is the native range of Erechtites leptanthus?

Eastern North America

What is the optimal soil type for Erechtites leptanthus?

Well-drained, moist soil

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-51465: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.