Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosanus
ID:
85119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
gcc

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 8: 16 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084448



Common Names

  • Formosan Aster
  • Taiwan Aster
  • Aster Formosanus


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Description

Aster formosanus (also called Taiwanese Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Taiwan. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Aster formosanus is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aster formosanus is white, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster formosanus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to East Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Aster formosanus

Aster formosanus is native to Japan and can be found in the wild in Japan and Korea.

Aster formosanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster formosanus?

Aster formosanus

What is the common name of Aster formosanus?

Formosan Aster

What is the growth habit of Aster formosanus?

It is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

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-40893: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.