Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadriflora
ID:
1414635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chapm.) E.L.Bridges & Orzell

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 11(2): 298 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427100





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Description

Liatris quadriflora (also called Four-flowered liatris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has long, narrow leaves and purple flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris quadriflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris quadriflora is white and tubular with five lobes. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris quadriflora is a warm season, perennial wildflower that is native to the southeastern United States. It is easily propagated by seed and can be cultivated in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5. It is tolerant of drought and can withstand some shade.

Where to Find Liatris quadriflora

Liatris quadriflora can be found in the southeastern United States.

Liatris quadriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris quadriflora?

Liatris quadriflora

What are the common names of Liatris quadriflora?

Mountain aster, mountain ebony

What is the natural habitat of Liatris quadriflora?

Tropical rainforest

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

Alvan Wentworth Chapman (1809-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chapm.' in the authors string.
Edwin L. Bridges: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Bridges' in the authors string.
Steve L. Orzell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orzell' in the authors string.