Erigeron flettii — a medium houseplant
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Erigeron flettii

Erigeron Flettii

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Erigeron flettii is a rare North American species of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae known by the common names Flett's fleabane or Olympic Mountains fleabane .Erigeron flettii is endemic to the Olympic Peninsula in the State of Washington. Many of the populations lie inside Olympic National Park.Erigeron flettii is a small perennial herb up to 15 centimeters (8 inches) in height. Most of the leaves are clustered around the base of the stems. They are lance-shaped, dark green on most of the blade but with white along the edge. The plant generally produces only 1 flower head per stem, each head as many as 40 white ray florets surrounding numerous yellow disc florets.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Erigeron Flettii.

Pruning

Flett's fleabane is a plant known for its daisy-like flowers and compact growth habit. To encourage blooming and maintain its shape, it's best to prune this plant from early to late spring. During pruning, remove any dead stems to revitalize the perennials. Regular pruning helps improve airflow and reduces the risk of disease. Always use clean, sharp tools for pruning, and avoid making drastic cuts to minimize shock to the plant.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Genus
Erigeron
Family
Asteraceae
Mature Height
5 cm to 15 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Flett's fleabane
PLATES
Erigeron flettii leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Erigeron flettii flower
PLATE 02 · flower
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