Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
125318

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 59(4, Beibl. 133): 11 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124647



Common Names

  • Showy Aedesia
  • Showy False-goldenaster
  • Showy False Sunflower


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Description

Aedesia spectabilis (also called Showy Aedesia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the mountains of western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flowers. It grows in rocky, alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aedesia spectabilis is a perennial herb native to North America. It is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aedesia spectabilis is yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small, with hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aedesia spectabilis is a perennial plant native to the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate cold temperatures and prefers full sun. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-draining soil. Divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a light, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Aedesia spectabilis

Aedesia spectabilis is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

Aedesia spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aedesia spectabilis?

Aedesia spectabilis

What is the common name of Aedesia spectabilis?

Spectacular Aedesia

What is the natural habitat of Aedesia spectabilis?

Aedesia spectabilis is found in dry, open areas in the western United States.

Species in the Aedesia genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-85743: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.