Astranthium beamanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beamanii
ID:
25278
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Jong
Source:
gcc
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Publ. Mus. Michigan State Univ., Biol. Ser. 2: 514 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024607
Common Names
- Beaman's Astranthium
- Beaman's Star-thistle
- Beaman's Woolly-heads
Searching for Astranthium beamanii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astranthium beamanii (also called Beam's aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has an erect stem, with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astranthium beamanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astranthium beamanii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower head. The seeds are small, black, and have a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of deeply lobed leaves.
Searching for Astranthium beamanii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astranthium beamanii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial herb. It can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are large enough to be planted out.
Where to Find Astranthium beamanii
Astranthium beamanii is native to the western United States and can be found in the wild in areas with sandy soils and dry climates.
Astranthium beamanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astranthium beamanii?
Astranthium beamanii
What is the common name of Astranthium beamanii?
Beaman's Aster
What is the natural habitat of Astranthium beamanii?
Astranthium beamanii is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils
Species in the Astranthium genus
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-123775: Based on the initial data import
Diederik Cornelius Dignus De Jong (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Jong' in the authors string.