Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indicus
ID:
94167

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 876 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093496



Common Names

  • Indian Aster
  • Starwort
  • Chinese Aster


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Description

Aster indicus (also called Indian Aster, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Central Asia. It is a small plant, with a height of up to 30 cm, and has white flowers. It is found in dry meadows and steppes, and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Aster indicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aster indicus var. collinus (Hance) Soejima & Igari
Aster indicus var. stenolepis (Hand.-Mazz.) Soejima & Igari
Aster indicus var. indicus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aster indicus is a yellow-orange color and has a daisy-like form. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with light green leaves and a yellow-orange stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster indicus is an annual herb native to tropical regions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and will germinate in the summer.

Where to Find Aster indicus

Aster indicus is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Aster indicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster indicus?

Aster indicus

What is the common name of Aster indicus?

Indian aster

Where does Aster indicus grow?

Aster indicus is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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,