Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chapmanii
ID:
68449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2: 502 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067778



Common Names

  • Liatris chapmanii
  • Chapman's Blazing Star
  • Chapman's Gayfeather


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Description

Liatris chapmanii (also called Chapman's Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a single stem with a rosette of basal leaves and a terminal spike of purple flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris chapmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris chapmanii is yellow and daisy-like in shape. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris chapmanii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be mulched to help retain moisture. Propagation is done by division in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Liatris chapmanii

Liatris chapmanii can be found in the southeastern United States.

Liatris chapmanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris chapmanii?

Liatris chapmanii

What is the common name of Liatris chapmanii?

Chapman's Blazing Star

What is the natural habitat of Liatris chapmanii?

Dry, sandy soils in open pine woods, flatwoods, and scrubby areas

Species in the Liatris genus

Liatris acidota, Liatris spheroidea, Liatris microcephala, Liatris gladewitzii, Liatris cokeri, Liatris ridgwayi, Liatris punctata, Liatris aspera, Liatris provincialis, Liatris cymosa, Liatris glandulosa, Liatris pycnostachya, Liatris bracteata, Liatris creditonensis, Liatris macdanieliana, Liatris elegantula, Liatris ohlingerae, Liatris fallacior, Liatris helleri, Liatris scariosa, Liatris serotina, Liatris tenuis, Liatris weaveri, Liatris platylepis, Liatris stellei, Liatris cylindracea, Liatris elegans, Liatris elegantula, Liatris ligulistylis, Liatris pauciflora, Liatris lancifolia, Liatris pycnostachya, Liatris cymosa, Liatris squarrulosa, Liatris squarrosa, Liatris boykinii, Liatris spicata, Liatris chapmanii, Liatris freemaniana, Liatris steelei, Liatris virgata, Liatris patens, Liatris gholsonii, Liatris gracilis, Liatris oligocephala, Liatris frostii, Liatris hirsuta, Liatris pauciflora, Liatris laevigata, Liatris compacta,

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-2464: Based on the initial data import
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.