Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amellus
ID:
105120

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 873 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000104449



Common Names

  • Michaelmas Daisy
  • Aster amellus
  • European Michaelmas Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster trinervius Gilib. [unknown]
  • Aster amellus amellus [unknown]
  • Aster albus albus [unknown]

Description

Aster amellus (also called Italian Aster, among many other common names) is an upright, clumping perennial plant with purple daisy-like flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aster amellus is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a herbal tea that is said to have calming and soothing effects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aster amellus sub. amellus
Aster amellus sub. bessarabicus (Bernh. ex Rchb.) Soó
Aster amellus sub. ibericus (Steven) Grierson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aster amellus has daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster amellus is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. Germination usually occurs within 1-2 weeks.

Where to Find Aster amellus

Aster amellus can be found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands in Europe and western Asia.

Aster amellus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster amellus?

Aster amellus

What is the common name of Aster amellus?

European Michaelmas Daisy

Where is Aster amellus found?

Aster amellus is found in Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Aster genus

Aster moupinensis, Aster langaoensis, Aster oldhamii, Aster salwinensis, Aster souliei, Aster taoyuenensis, Aster turbinatus, Aster paniculatus, Aster sampsonii, Aster hunanensis, Aster pinnatifidus, Aster setchuenensis, Aster miyagii, Aster oreophilus, Aster apinnatifidus, Aster dimorphophyllus, Aster lavandulifolius, Aster bietii, Aster hayatae, Aster maackii, Aster microcephalus, Aster sinianus, Aster yoshinaganus, Aster miquelianus, Aster laka, Aster likiangensis, Aster woroschilovii, Aster giraldii, Aster menelii, Aster pujosii, Aster farreri, Aster satsumensis, Aster asterodes, Aster kantoensis, Aster poliothamnus, Aster alpinoamellus, Aster velutinosus, Aster medius, Aster diplostephioides, Aster oreophilus, Aster taiwanensis, Aster tricephalus, Aster pycnophyllus, Aster philippinensis, Aster nitidus, Aster ionoglossus, Aster neoelegans, Aster madagascariensis, Aster hispidus, Aster komonoensis,

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-6220: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.