Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
campestre
ID:
85957

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 276 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085286



Common Names

  • Campestre Aster
  • Field Aster
  • Smooth Aster


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Description

Symphyotrichum campestre (also called field aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has an erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white. It is found in temperate regions, and in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum campestre is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators, and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum campestre is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum campestre is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that is native to California. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed, sowing in spring or early summer. Thin to 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum campestre

Symphyotrichum campestre can be found in the grasslands of the western United States, from California to Montana.

Symphyotrichum campestre FAQ

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum campestre?

Field aster

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum campestre?

Symphyotrichum campestre

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum campestre?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Symphyotrichum genus

Symphyotrichum chapmanii, Symphyotrichum frondosum, Symphyotrichum jessicae, Symphyotrichum ciliatum, Symphyotrichum shortii, Symphyotrichum drummondii, Symphyotrichum robynsianum, Symphyotrichum georgianum, Symphyotrichum salignum, Symphyotrichum anticostense, Symphyotrichum parviceps, Symphyotrichum lanceolatum, Symphyotrichum glabrifolium, Symphyotrichum gravesii, Symphyotrichum spathulatum, Symphyotrichum firmum, Symphyotrichum versicolor, Symphyotrichum batesii, Symphyotrichum amethystinum, Symphyotrichum ontarionis, Symphyotrichum vahlii, Symphyotrichum yukonense, Symphyotrichum turbinellum, Symphyotrichum lateriflorum, Symphyotrichum adnatum, Symphyotrichum finkii, Symphyotrichum gypsophilum, Symphyotrichum hesperium, Symphyotrichum columbianum, Symphyotrichum laeve, Symphyotrichum burgessii, Symphyotrichum anomalum, Symphyotrichum tradescantii, Symphyotrichum trilineatum, Symphyotrichum simmondsii, Symphyotrichum subulatus, Symphyotrichum hintonii, Symphyotrichum pratense, Symphyotrichum fontinale, Symphyotrichum bullatum, Symphyotrichum regnellii, Symphyotrichum depauperatum, Symphyotrichum retroflexum, Symphyotrichum ericoides, Symphyotrichum boreale, Symphyotrichum subgeminatum, Symphyotrichum novi-belgii, Symphyotrichum moranense, Symphyotrichum schaffneri, Symphyotrichum concolor,

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-41700: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.