Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
motuoensis
ID:
39544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 8(3): 12 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038873



Common Names

  • Aster Motuoensis
  • Motuo Aster
  • Motuo Starwort


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Description

Aster motuoensis (also called Motuo Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to China. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has small, white flowers with a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open meadows, disturbed areas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Aster motuoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aster motuoensis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center, and it produces small, light brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster motuoensis is a perennial plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to plant it in early spring or late fall. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize it regularly.

Where to Find Aster motuoensis

Aster motuoensis is native to China and can be found in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

Aster motuoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster motuoensis?

Aster motuoensis

What is the common name of Aster motuoensis?

Motuo Aster

What is the natural habitat of Aster motuoensis?

Aster motuoensis is found in alpine meadows and grasslands in the Himalayas.

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-137587: Based on the initial data import
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.