Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusus
ID:
77821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ludlow

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 2: 69 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077150



Common Names

  • Retusus Aster
  • Retusus Daisy
  • Aster Daisy


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Description

Aster retusus (also called 'Reticulate Aster', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to North America and is found in wetlands and disturbed areas. It has small, ovate, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aster retusus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aster retusus has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster retusus is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Aster retusus

Aster retusus is native to North America and can be found in the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Aster retusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster retusus?

Aster retusus

What is the natural habitat of Aster retusus?

Aster retusus is native to Europe.

What are the common uses of Aster retusus?

Aster retusus is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-33787: Based on the initial data import
Frank Ludlow (1885-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ludlow' in the authors string.