Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalanthus
ID:
33788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 74: 359, 216 (1985) (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033117



Common Names

  • Aster megalanthus
  • Large-flowered Aster
  • Large-flowered Michaelmas Daisy


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Description

Aster megalanthus (also called Large-flowered Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows up to 40 cm in height and has white flowers with a yellow center. It grows in grassland and meadow habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aster megalanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aster megalanthus has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster megalanthus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Aster megalanthus

Aster megalanthus is native to North America and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Aster megalanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster megalanthus?

Aster megalanthus

What is the family of Aster megalanthus?

Asteraceae

Where is Aster megalanthus found?

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-13202: Based on the initial data import
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.