Erigeron yukonensis explained

Erigeron yukonensis is a rare Arctic species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae known by the common name Yukon fleabane. It is native to the northwestern corner of North America: Alaska, Yukon, Northwest Territories.[1]

Erigeron yukonensis grows in rocky slopes and meadows, usually above the tree line. It is a branching perennial herb up to 40 centimeters (16 inches) tall, producing a taproot and a woody underground caudex. It generally produces 1-4 flower heads per stem. Each head contains 42–82 pink, purple, or white ray florets surrounding numerous yellow disc florets.[2]

Notes and References

  1. http://bonap.net/MapGallery/State/Erigeron%20yukonensis.png Biota of North America 2014 state-level distribution map
  2. http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=250066705 Flora of North America, Erigeron yukonensis Rydberg, 1901. Yukon fleabane