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