Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
veitchianus
ID:
137922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & J.R.Drumm. ex Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Contr. Inst. Bot. Natl. Acad. Peiping 3: 214. 1935

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137251



Common Names

  • Veitch's Aster
  • Veitch Aster
  • Veitch's Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Aster veitchianus yamatsutae (Matsuda) Y.Ling [unknown]

Description

Aster veitchianus (also called Veitch's aster, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Japan. It has leathery, linear leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aster veitchianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. The leaves and flowers are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aster veitchianus is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster veitchianus is a perennial herb native to Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be sown directly in the garden. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be kept moist. It can also be propagated by division.

Where to Find Aster veitchianus

Aster veitchianus can be found in Japan, Korea, and parts of China.

Aster veitchianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster veitchianus?

Aster veitchianus

What is the common name of Aster veitchianus?

Veitch's Aster

What is the origin of Aster veitchianus?

Asia

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

Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
James Ramsay Drummond (1851-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Drumm.' in the authors string.