Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
linifolius
ID:
138042

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton, Sterns & Poggenb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Prelim. Cat. : 26 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137371



Common Names

  • Linifolius Sericocarpus
  • Sericocarpus Linifolius
  • Linifolius


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Description

Sericocarpus linifolius (also called White-topped Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada, and is found in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sericocarpus linifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sericocarpus linifolius has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sericocarpus linifolius can be propagated by division in spring or early autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sericocarpus linifolius

Sericocarpus linifolius is native to North America and can be found in moist, open areas.

Sericocarpus linifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sericocarpus linifolius?

Sericocarpus linifolius

What is the common name of Sericocarpus linifolius?

Linear-leaved Sericocarpus

Where is Sericocarpus linifolius found?

Sericocarpus linifolius is found in North America

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-98054: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Emerson Ellick Sterns (1846-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sterns' in the authors string.
Justus Ferdinand Poggenburg I (1840-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poggenb.' in the authors string.