Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) Engl. & Diels
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 6: 30 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552595
Common Names
- Asterias Asteranthe
- Star Asteranthe
- Star Aster
Description
Asteranthe asterias (also called Star aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in wet soils, such as along the edges of rivers and streams, and in swamps and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Asteranthe asterias is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Asteranthe asterias sub. triangularis Verdc.
Asteranthe asterias sub. asterias
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asteranthe asterias is a small, yellow, cup-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Asteranthe asterias is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings of Asteranthe asterias are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asteranthe asterias is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. To propagate by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, it requires minimal care.
Where to Find Asteranthe asterias
Asteranthe asterias can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.
Asteranthe asterias FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asteranthe asterias?
Asteranthe asterias
What is the common name of Asteranthe asterias?
Star-flowered aster
What is the family of Asteranthe asterias?
Asteraceae
Species in the Asteranthe genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,