Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolius
ID:
121850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 1: 289 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121179



Common Names

  • Oval-leaved Aster
  • Willow Aster
  • Aster Ellipticus


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Description

Aster ovalifolius (also called Oval-leaved Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to North America, and is found in moist meadows and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Aster ovalifolius is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomach and intestinal problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aster ovalifolius is yellow in color and has a daisy-like appearance. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster ovalifolius can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Aster ovalifolius

Aster ovalifolius is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows and open woodlands.

Aster ovalifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster ovalifolius?

Aster ovalifolius

What is the common name of Aster ovalifolius?

Oval-leaved Aster

What is the natural habitat of Aster ovalifolius?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in 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-82410: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.