Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
131210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Gen. N. Amer. Pl. 2: 131 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130539



Common Names

  • Thinleaf Blazingstar
  • Narrowleaf Blazingstar
  • Liatris Tenuifolia


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Description

Liatris tenuifolia (also called Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has thin, linear leaves and tall, branching stems that produce purple flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris tenuifolia is used as a medicinal plant and for its ornamental value. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Liatris tenuifolia are small and purple. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris tenuifolia is a perennial wildflower native to the eastern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall, and they will germinate in the spring. Once established, the plants will need little care and will spread slowly over time.

Where to Find Liatris tenuifolia

Liatris tenuifolia can be found in the southeastern United States, including Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.

Liatris tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris tenuifolia?

Liatris tenuifolia

What is the common name of Liatris tenuifolia?

Slender Blazing Star

What is the natural habitat of Liatris tenuifolia?

Dry, sandy soils in prairies, open woods, and along roadsides

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-91435: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.