Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frostii
ID:
85802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaiser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 48: 245 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085131



Common Names

  • Frost's Liatris
  • Frost's Blazing Star
  • Desert Blazing Star


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Description

Liatris frostii (also called Frost's Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the United States. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a woody base. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have dentate margins. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris frostii is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and produces bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris frostii is yellow with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris frostii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in late summer or early autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in late spring or early summer. Once established, Liatris frostii requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Liatris frostii

Liatris frostii can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.

Liatris frostii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Liatris frostii?

Liatris frostii is native to the southeastern United States.

What type of soil does Liatris frostii prefer?

Liatris frostii prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Liatris frostii?

Liatris frostii prefers temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F).

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,