Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filipes
ID:
79302

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Q.Fu

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 3(1): 119 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078631



Common Names

  • Aster
  • Foothill Aster
  • Fernleaf Aster


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Description

Aster filipes (also called Thread-leaved Aster, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody base and is covered with small, white, woolly hairs. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aster filipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aster filipes is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster filipes is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep in bright, indirect light. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings in the spring or summer and plant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep in bright, indirect light and water regularly.

Where to Find Aster filipes

Aster filipes is native to North America and is found in moist, shady areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Aster filipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster filipes?

Aster filipes

What is the common name of Aster filipes?

Fringed Aster

Where is Aster filipes found?

Aster filipes is found in North America.

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-35227: Based on the initial data import
Jing Qiu Fu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Q.Fu' in the authors string.