Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mangshanensis
ID:
131621

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 74: 355, 148 (1985) (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130950



Common Names

  • Mangshan aster
  • Mangshan starwort
  • Mangshan daisy


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Description

Aster mangshanensis (also called Mangshan Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It grows up to 1 m in height and has pink flowers. It prefers moist and sunny habitats, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Aster mangshanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant in flower beds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aster mangshanensis has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster mangshanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in the fall and will germinate in the spring. It is important to water regularly and fertilize the plant to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Aster mangshanensis

Aster mangshanensis is native to the mountains of central China. It can be found growing in rocky areas, meadows and grasslands at elevations of 1,000-3,000 meters.

Aster mangshanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster mangshanensis?

Aster mangshanensis

What are the common names of Aster mangshanensis?

Mangshan Aster, Mangshan Asterweed

What is the natural habitat of Aster mangshanensis?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes

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-91832: Based on the initial data import
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.