Erigeron affinis
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: erigeron
Plant ID (slug): erigeron-affinis
Numeric ID: 24710
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Erigeron affinis is a. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies), bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Southern N. America - Mexico.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Odontalgic The root is odontalgic[61]. It is used to make a tooth powder and to treat toothache[254].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Erigeron affinis