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Cut-Leaf Fleabane
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Cut-Leaf Fleabane
erigeron compositus
The Cut-Leaf Fleabane is a delightful little flower that brightens up meadows and gardens! Its unique, finely cut leaves and cheerful blooms make it a favorite among insects and nature lovers alike.
Habitat: Cut-Leaf Fleabane typically grows in grassy areas, meadows, and along roadsides across North America.
Appearance
The Cut-Leaf Fleabane is a low-growing plant featuring finely divided, fern-like leaves that give it a delicate, lacy texture. It produces small, daisy-like flowers with numerous narrow ray petals, typically appearing white or pale purple.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusErigeron
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
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Interesting facts
Despite its name, it doesn't repel fleas, but it makes a great snack for some insects!
Its leaves look like miniature green ferns, even though it's a daisy cousin!
This tough plant can grow high up on mountains where it gets really chilly!
Tiny seeds help it catch the wind and float to new homes far away!
Special abilities
Ability
Leafy Labyrinth
Cut-Leaf Fleabane has intricately cut leaves that help it reduce water loss and blend into rocky terrains.
Ability
Mountain Grip
Cut-Leaf Fleabane can anchor itself with strong roots, allowing it to thrive in windy alpine environments.
Ability
Bloom Burst
Cut-Leaf Fleabane has many tiny flowers clustered together, making its blooms more attractive to busy pollinators.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-30 cm
- Spread
- 5-15 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Its nectar provides energy for bees.
pollinates
Fawn-colored Bumblebee
Bombus mixtus
Collects pollen and nectar from its blooms.
eaten by
Small Sallow Moth
Phalaenostola metata
Its larvae may feed on the plant's leaves.
Traits
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
Common FleabaneCutleaf DaisyField Fleabane
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Safety
Danger
0/5 · No known danger
No special safety notes yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Cut-Leaf Fleabane?
5-30 cm
How wide does Cut-Leaf Fleabane spread?
5-15 cm
How big are the flowers on Cut-Leaf Fleabane?
1-2 cm
When does Cut-Leaf Fleabane bloom?
Late spring to summer
Is Cut-Leaf Fleabane edible?
Yes
Is Cut-Leaf Fleabane toxic?
Mild
What is Cut-Leaf Fleabane's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Cut-Leaf Fleabane pollinated?
Insect
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