Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
splendens
ID:
17210

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Jong

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Publ. Mus. Michigan State Univ., Biol. Ser. 2: 511 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016539



Common Names

  • Splendens Astranthium
  • Glorious Astranthium
  • Splendid Astranthium


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Description

Astranthium splendens (also called Splendid Astranthium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head with yellow ray florets and a dark purple center. It grows in dry, rocky soils in scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astranthium splendens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astranthium splendens has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astranthium splendens is a perennial wildflower native to the southeastern United States. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. Sow seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location in spring or fall. Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms. Divide clumps in spring or fall every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Astranthium splendens

Astranthium splendens can be found in the temperate regions of North America, including parts of the United States and Canada.

Astranthium splendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astranthium splendens?

Astranthium splendens

What is the common name of Astranthium splendens?

Splendid aster

Where is Astranthium splendens found?

Astranthium splendens is found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe.

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