Erigeron mariposanus explained

Erigeron mariposanus is a rare species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae known by the common names foothill fleabane, Mariposa daisy, or Mariposa erigeron. It has been found only in a few locations in Mariposa County in California. Some sources say that it is now probably extinct.[1] [2]

Erigeron mariposanus is a perennial herb up to 28 centimeters (11 inches) tall, producing a woody taproot. The leaves and the stem are covered with hairs. The plant generally produces 1-4 flower heads per stem, each head with up to 22 blue ray florets surrounding numerous yellow disc florets.[3]

Notes and References

  1. http://www.calflora.org/cgi-bin/species_query.cgi?where-calrecnum=3151 Calfora taxon report, University of California, Erigeron mariposanus Congdon, Mariposa daisy
  2. http://bonap.net/MapGallery/County/Erigeron%20mariposanus.png Biota of North America Program 2014 county distribution map
  3. http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=250066632 Flora of North America, Erigeron mariposanus Congdon, Erythea. 7: 185. 1900. Foothill fleabane