Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliatus
ID:
83766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
gcc

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. [Walter] 209 (sp. dub.). 1788 [Apr-Jun 1788]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083095



Common Names

  • Aster
  • Fringed Aster
  • Ciliate Aster


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Synonyms

  • Aster ciliatus ciliatus [unknown]

Description

Aster ciliatus (also called fringed aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America, and can be found in moist, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aster ciliatus is a plant native to North America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aster ciliatus has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster ciliatus can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Aster ciliatus

Aster ciliatus is native to the eastern United States and can be found in moist meadows and fields.

Aster ciliatus FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Aster ciliatus?

Aster ciliatus prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can survive in a wide range of soil types.

How do you propagate Aster ciliatus?

Aster ciliatus can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division.

What pests and diseases affect Aster ciliatus?

Aster ciliatus is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to rust, powdery mildew, and root rot.

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-39586: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.