Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
asteroides
ID:
15034

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Nees

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Aster. 150. 1832 [Jul-Dec 1832] : sphalm.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014363



Common Names

  • Sericocarpus asteroides
  • White-topped Aster
  • White-topped Asterweed
  • White-topped Asterwort


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Synonyms

  • Aster conyzoides Willd. [unknown]
  • Aster plantaginifolius Nutt. ex Nees [unknown]
  • Oligactis conyzoides Raf. [unknown]
  • Aster marylandicus Michx. [unknown]

Description

Sericocarpus asteroides (also called white-topped aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States and Canada. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a shallow root system. It is found in dry, open areas, including rocky slopes, grasslands, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Sericocarpus asteroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in potpourri. It has a pleasant scent and can be used to repel insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sericocarpus asteroides is small, white and daisy-like, with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sericocarpus asteroides is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by seed in the spring or by division in the fall.

Where to Find Sericocarpus asteroides

Sericocarpus asteroides is native to the United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Sericocarpus asteroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sericocarpus asteroides?

Sericocarpus asteroides

What is the common name of Sericocarpus asteroides?

Asteroid Cottonweed

What is the family of Sericocarpus asteroides?

Asteraceae

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-113897: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.