Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Erigeron

Species:

Erigeron bonariensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Biennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Palau, South Carolina, Texas, U.S. Minor Outlying Islands, Utah, Virginia, Washington

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to disturbed areas and open fields