Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
119521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 261 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118850



Common Names

  • Eurybia
  • Mirabilis
  • Eurybia Mirabilis


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Synonyms

  • Aster mirabilis Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Eurybia mirabilis (also called Wonderful Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, and is often found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eurybia mirabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eurybia mirabilis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black with a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurybia mirabilis is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist, sandy soil.

Where to Find Eurybia mirabilis

Eurybia mirabilis is native to the United States and can be found in the states of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

Eurybia mirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eurybia mirabilis?

Eurybia mirabilis

What type of plant is Eurybia mirabilis?

A flowering plant

What are the common names of Eurybia mirabilis?

Wonderful Aster

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.