Status:
valid
Authors:
Elliott
Source:
gcc
Year:
1823
Citation Micro:
Sketch Bot. S. Carolina 2: 400 (1823)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002406
Common Names
- Boltonia Diffusa
- Diffuse Boltonia
- False Aster
Synonyms
- Boltonia diffusa diffusa [unknown]
Description
Boltonia diffusa (also called False Aster, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It has white flowers with yellow centers and blooms in late summer. It is found in moist meadows, prairies, and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Boltonia diffusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves can be used as a salad green or cooked like spinach. The plant is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Boltonia diffusa var. interior Fernald & Griscom
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Boltonia diffusa has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Boltonia diffusa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Boltonia diffusa
Boltonia diffusa is native to North America and can be found in moist, grassy habitats.
Boltonia diffusa FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Boltonia diffusa?
Boltonia diffusa is native to North America.
What type of soil does Boltonia diffusa prefer?
Boltonia diffusa prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
What is the average height of Boltonia diffusa?
Boltonia diffusa typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter.
Species in the Boltonia 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,