Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macdanieliana
ID:
37470

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Allison

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Castanea 66(1-2): 180 (179; fig. 9H) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036799



Common Names

  • Macdanieliana Liatris
  • Liatris
  • Macdanieliana


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Description

Liatris macdanieliana (also called MacDaniel's Blazing Star, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it grows in open woodlands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris macdanieliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris macdanieliana is a purple, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris macdanieliana is a perennial herb that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and will tolerate drought. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Liatris macdanieliana

Liatris macdanieliana is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as sandy soils, rocky hillsides, and grasslands.

Liatris macdanieliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris macdanieliana?

Liatris macdanieliana

What is the natural habitat of Liatris macdanieliana?

Liatris macdanieliana is found in dry, sandy areas in the southeastern United States.

What is the growth habit of Liatris macdanieliana?

Liatris macdanieliana is an herbaceous perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height.

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-135589: Based on the initial data import
James R. Allison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Allison' in the authors string.