Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laetificum
ID:
6909

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Jong

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Publ. Mus. Michigan State Univ., Biol. Ser. 2: 495 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006238



Common Names

  • Laetificum Astranthium
  • Astranthium laetificum
  • Laetificum Astranthium


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Description

Astranthium laetificum (also called 'Prairie Aster', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist, grassy areas such as prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Astranthium laetificum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astranthium laetificum is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astranthium laetificum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astranthium laetificum

Astranthium laetificum is native to North America and can be found in dry, sandy areas. It is also found in parts of Mexico and the southwestern United States.

Astranthium laetificum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astranthium laetificum?

Astranthium laetificum

What are the common names of Astranthium laetificum?

Showy Golden Aster

What is the natural habitat of Astranthium laetificum?

It is native to the United States

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