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Authors:
(DC.) G.L.Nesom
                
                
                    
Source:
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Year:
1995
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77: 283. 1995 [31 Jan 1995]
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013823
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Symphyotrichum Glabrifolium
- Glabrifolium
- Symphyotrichum
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                    
                        Synonyms
                        - Aster glabrifolius (DC.) Reiche [unknown]
- Aster scorzonerifolius (J.Rémy) Speg. [unknown]
- Erigeron australis Phil. [unknown]
- Erigeron scorzonerifolius scorzonerifolius  [unknown]
- Aster vahlii australis (Phil.) Reiche [unknown]
- Erigeron scorzonerifolius J.Rémy [unknown]
- Erigeron glabrifolius DC. [unknown]
- Erigeron scorzoneraefolius Remy [unknown]
 
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Symphyotrichum glabrifolium (also called Smooth-Leaved Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in meadows, pastures, and coastal cliffs.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Symphyotrichum glabrifolium is used as a garden ornamental, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Symphyotrichum glabrifolium has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Symphyotrichum glabrifolium is a perennial herb that is native to the eastern United States. It grows in moist, shady areas and can reach up to 2 feet in height. It has white flowers and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in moist soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in moist soil.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Symphyotrichum glabrifolium
                        
                            Symphyotrichum glabrifolium is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, prairies, and open woods.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Symphyotrichum glabrifolium FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum glabrifolium?
Symphyotrichum glabrifolium
What is the common name of Symphyotrichum glabrifolium?
Smooth blue aster
What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum glabrifolium?
Open woods, meadows, and fields
 
                     
                
                                    
                        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,