Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenarius
ID:
117007

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kitam.) Nemoto

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. Jap. Suppl. 736 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116336



Common Names

  • Aster arenarius
  • Sand Aster
  • Arenarius Aster


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Synonyms

  • Heteropappus arenarius Kitam. [unknown]
  • Heteropappus hispidus arenarius (Kitam.) Kitam. [unknown]

Description

Aster arenarius (also called Sand Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and long stems with small white flowers. It grows in sandy soils, along beaches, and in other dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aster arenarius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties and is used to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Aster arenarius flower has white petals with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster arenarius is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Aster arenarius

Aster arenarius is found in sandy soils in coastal regions of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Aster arenarius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster arenarius?

Aster arenarius

What type of plant is Aster arenarius?

Perennial

Where is Aster arenarius found?

Europe

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-77741: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.
Kwanji Nemoto (1860-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nemoto' in the authors string.