Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spheroidea
ID:
11048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Flora Boreali-Americana 2: 92 1803

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010377



Common Names

  • Prairie Blazing Star
  • Marsh Blazing Star
  • Spherical Blazing Star


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Synonyms

  • Liatris spheroidea spheroidea [unknown]
  • Liatris spheroidea spheroidea [unknown]
  • Lacinaria aspera spheroidea (Michx.) Alexander [unknown]

Description

Liatris spheroidea (also called Round-headed Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern and central United States. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It is found in moist prairies and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris spheroidea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and gardens. It is also used as a cut flower and in dried flower arrangements. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Liatris spheroidea has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris spheroidea is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the autumn or spring.

Where to Find Liatris spheroidea

Liatris spheroidea can be found in the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

Liatris spheroidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris spheroidea?

Liatris spheroidea

What is the common name of Liatris spheroidea?

Round-Headed Blazing Star

What type of plant is Liatris spheroidea?

Perennial herb

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-110045: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.