Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gholsonii
ID:
75026

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.C.Anderson

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Sida 20(1): 98 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074355



Common Names

  • Gholson's Liatris
  • Liatris gholsonii
  • Liatris


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Description

Liatris gholsonii (also called Gholson's Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, from Alabama to Florida. It is found in dry, open habitats such as sandhills and pine savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris gholsonii is used in ornamental landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris gholsonii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris gholsonii is a perennial shrub which can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -40°C.

Where to Find Liatris gholsonii

Liatris gholsonii can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Louisiana.

Liatris gholsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris gholsonii?

Liatris gholsonii

What is the common name of Liatris gholsonii?

Gholson's Blazing Star

What is the natural habitat of Liatris gholsonii?

Dry, sandy soils

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-31080: Based on the initial data import
Loran Crittenden Anderson (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Anderson' in the authors string.