Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sylvaticus
ID:
31706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) Wild

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 4: 71 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031035

Common Names

  • Anisopappus sylvaticus
  • Woodland Goldenaster
  • Woodland Anisopappus

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Description

Anisopappus sylvaticus (also called Woodland Anisopappus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the United States. It has a clumping habit, with multiple stems that grow up to 2 feet tall. Its leaves are narrow and lance-shaped, and its flowers are white and clustered in a spike. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anisopappus sylvaticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anisopappus sylvaticus has small yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisopappus sylvaticus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. It can also be propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Anisopappus sylvaticus

Anisopappus sylvaticus can be found in the southeastern United States.

Anisopappus sylvaticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisopappus sylvaticus?

Anisopappus sylvaticus

What is the common name of Anisopappus sylvaticus?

Woodland Anisopappus

What is the family of Anisopappus sylvaticus?

Asteraceae

Species in the Anisopappus genus

Anisopappus paucidentatus, Anisopappus rhombifolius, Anisopappus smutsii, Anisopappus alticolus, Anisopappus lawalreanus, Anisopappus burundiensis, Anisopappus salviifolius, Anisopappus grangeoides, Anisopappus anemonifolius, Anisopappus fruticosus, Anisopappus petitianus, Anisopappus boinensis, Anisopappus sylvaticus, Anisopappus chinensis, Anisopappus lastii, Anisopappus chinensis, Anisopappus junodii, Anisopappus lejolyanus, Anisopappus buchwaldii, Anisopappus robynsianus, Anisopappus latifolius, Anisopappus upembensis, Anisopappus pumilus, Anisopappus kirkii, Anisopappus pinnatifida, Anisopappus holstii, Anisopappus longipes, Anisopappus pseudopinnatifidus, Anisopappus orbicularis, Anisopappus marianus, Anisopappus sylvatica, Anisopappus alticola, Anisopappus brandbergensis, Anisopappus schinzii, Anisopappus stuhlmannii,

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-130018: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.