Tall fleabane (Erigeron sumatrensis, Observ. Bot. 5: 28 (1788))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: Retz.

Bibliography: Observ. Bot. 5: 28 (1788)

Year: 1788

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Erigeron

Vegetable: False

Observations: Mexico to S. Trop. America

Description

Tall fleabane, known scientifically as Erigeron sumatrensis and classified within the Asteraceae family, is a notable and intriguing plant species. First described by Retz. in Observ. Bot. 5: 28 (1788), Tall fleabane has since been a subject of botanical interest due to its geographic variety and adaptability.

This species showcases a broad distribution range, spanning from Mexico down through Southern Tropical America. The presence of Tall fleabane in these diverse climates underscores its resilience and ability to thrive in various environmental conditions.

As a member of the daisy family, Asteraceae, Tall fleabane shares common features with other plants in this family, often recognized for their composite flower heads and intricate structures. The plant itself typically presents with slender, erect stems that can grow significantly tall, making it stand out in many settings.

One of the striking aspects of Tall fleabane is its ecological role. In many regions where it is found, it can be a pioneer species, meaning it often colonizes disturbed areas. This ability not only demonstrates its hardiness but also illuminates its role in natural succession and habitat formation.

While Tall fleabane might be seen as just another weed in some areas, its botanical characteristics and wide distribution render it a valuable component of the ecosystems it inhabits. Whether trying to understand plant succession, studying the adaptability of plant species across climates, or simply appreciating the diversity of the Asteraceae family, Erigeron sumatrensis offers ample insights and intrigue.

In summary, Tall fleabane is more than just a common name—it represents a species with significant ecological and botanical interest. Understanding its characteristics and roles within its growth range from Mexico to Southern Tropical America enhances our appreciation for this resilient member of the plant kingdom.

Common Names

Eng: daisy, guernsey fleabane, broadleaf fleabane, tall fleabane
Deu: sumatra-berufkraut, sumatra-berufkraut, weißlicher katzenschweif, weißes berufkraut
Spa: zamarraga
Nld: hoge fijnstraal
En: Tall fleabane, Guernsey fleabane, Broadleaf fleabane, Daisy
Af: Groot skraalhans
Ar: كونيزة سومطرية
Ca: Coniza sumatrenca
Zh: 苏门白酒草, 野茼蒿
Nl: Hoge fijnstraal
Fi: Valjukoiransilmä
Fr: Vergerette élevée, Vergerette de Barcelone, Vergerette de Naudin, Vergerette de Sumatra, Érigeron de Naudin
De: Weißes Berufkraut, Weisses Berufskraut, Sumatra-Berufkraut, Sumatra-Berufkraut, Weißlicher Katzenschweif, Weißlicher Katzenschweif
It: Saeppola di Naudin
Jv: Jelantir
Rw: Bambuwa
Es: Zamarraga
Su: Jalantir
Zh-tw: 野茼蒿
Zh-hant: 蘇門白酒草
Cy: Amrhydlwyd Guernsey

Synonyms

• Conyza ambigua (DC.)
• Conyza groegeri (V.M.Badillo)
• Conyza gracilis (Hoffmanns. & Link)
• Conyza bonariensis f. subleiotheca (Cuatrec.)
• Erigeron musashensis (Makino)
• Conyza altissima (Naudin ex Debeaux)
• Erigeron daveauanus ((Sennen) Greuter)
• Aster ambiguus (E.H.L.Krause)
• Erigeron flahaultianus (Thell.)
• Conyza daveauana (Sennen)
• Conyza flahaultiana ((Thell.) Sennen)
• Conyza erigeroides (DC.)
• Dimorphanthes floribunda (Cass.)
• Conyza naudinii (Bonnet)
• Conyza bonariensis var. microcephala ((Cabrera) Cabrera)
• Conyza floribunda var. subleiotheca ((Cuatrec.) J.B.Marshall)
• Erigeron naudinii ((Bonnet) Humbert)
• Erigeron bonariensis var. microcephalus (Cabrera)
• Conyza sumatrensis ((Retz.) E.Walker)
• Dimorphanthes ambigua (C.Presl)
• Erigeron crispus subsp. naudinii ((Bonnet) Bonnier)
• Eschenbachia ambigua (Moris)

Distribution

• Argentina Northeast (native)
• Argentina Northwest (native)
• Belize (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Brazil Northeast (native)
• Brazil South (native)
• Brazil Southeast (native)
• Brazil West-Central (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Costa Rica (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• El Salvador (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Guyana (native)
• Honduras (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Nicaragua (native)
• Panamá (native)
• Paraguay (native)
• Peru (native)
• Uruguay (native)
• Venezuela (native)
• Albania (introduced)
• Algeria (introduced)
• Angola (introduced)
• Azores (introduced)
• Baleares (introduced)
• Belgium (introduced)
• Benin (introduced)
• Botswana (introduced)
• Bulgaria (introduced)
• Canary Is. (introduced)
• Chatham Is. (introduced)
• China South-Central (introduced)
• China Southeast (introduced)
• Comoros (introduced)
• Corse (introduced)
• Cyprus (introduced)
• East Aegean Is. (introduced)
• Ethiopia (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Free State (introduced)
• Gabon (introduced)
• Germany (introduced)
• Great Britain (introduced)
• Greece (introduced)
• Gulf of Guinea Is. (introduced)
• Hainan (introduced)
• India (introduced)
• Ireland (introduced)
• Italy (introduced)
• Ivory Coast (introduced)
• Kriti (introduced)
• Laos (introduced)
• Lebanon-Syria (introduced)
• Lesotho (introduced)
• Madagascar (introduced)
• Madeira (introduced)
• Mauritania (introduced)
• Morocco (introduced)
• Mozambique (introduced)
• Namibia (introduced)
• Netherlands (introduced)
• New Zealand North (introduced)
• Pakistan (introduced)
• Palestine (introduced)
• Philippines (introduced)
• Portugal (introduced)
• Sardegna (introduced)
• Sicilia (introduced)
• Sinai (introduced)
• Spain (introduced)
• Sudan (introduced)
• Sumatera (introduced)
• Sweden (introduced)
• Switzerland (introduced)
• Taiwan (introduced)
• Tasmania (introduced)
• Thailand (introduced)
• Transcaucasus (introduced)
• Tubuai Is. (introduced)
• Tunisia (introduced)
• Turkey (introduced)
• Turkey-in-Europe (introduced)
• Vietnam (introduced)
• Yugoslavia (introduced)
• Zambia (introduced)
• Zaïre (introduced)
• Zimbabwe (introduced)

Additional Images

Fruit

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Flower

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Taken Feb 19, 2018 by francis serre (cc-by-sa)

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Leaf

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Habit

Taken Jan 9, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 14, 2005 by Tela Botanica − Alain BIGOU (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 21, 2005 by Tela Botanica − Sylvain PIRY (cc-by-sa)

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Bark

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Taken Sep 26, 2021 by Raffaella D’Ambra (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 14, 2005 by Tela Botanica − Alain BIGOU (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 31, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jacques MARÉCHAL (cc-by-sa)

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Other

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3146683)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:204572-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Erigeron sumatrensis Retz.)

Specifications

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.0

Ph minimum: 6.5

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 4

Bloom months: [‘aug’, ‘sep’]

Soil nutriments: 7