Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paleacea
ID:
77065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Racc. Bot. 58 (1935).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076394

Common Names

  • Erlangea
  • Paleacea Erlangea
  • Paleacea Daisy

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Description

Erlangea paleacea (also called Pale Erlangea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a rosette of leaves and a single stem. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana. It grows in dry, open areas, such as sagebrush steppe and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Erlangea paleacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erlangea paleacea has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erlangea paleacea is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Division should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Erlangea paleacea

Erlangea paleacea is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Erlangea paleacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erlangea paleacea?

Erlangea paleacea

What is the common name of Erlangea paleacea?

Pale Erlangea

What is the natural habitat of Erlangea paleacea?

It is native to western North America.

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-33050: Based on the initial data import
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.