Photographs: Bantry, Co. Cork

Mexican Fleabane Erigeron karvinskianus Nóinín balla Family: Asteraceae Flowering: April-October. Perennial. Introduced. The white or pale pink/mauve daisy-like flowers are often deeper pink underneath. Lower leaves are toothed with a pair of lobes, the stem leaves are entire and un-lobed. Sprawling growth habit with several flowers on each stem. Height to 50cm. A garden escape found on dry walls, pavements and waste ground Similar: Daisy, Bellis perennis

Mexican Fleabane, Erigeron karvinskianus, Nóinín balla