Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
greatae
ID:
129018

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parish) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77: 283 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128347



Common Names

  • Great's Aster
  • Great's Symphyotrichum
  • Symphyotrichum greatae


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Synonyms

  • Aster greatae Parish [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum greatae (also called Great's Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 1 meter. Its leaves are lance-shaped and covered in fine hairs. It has white flower heads that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum greatae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum greatae has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum greatae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum greatae

Symphyotrichum greatae can be found in the southeastern United States.

Symphyotrichum greatae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum greatae?

Symphyotrichum greatae

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum greatae?

Great's Aster

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum greatae?

Dry grassland and rocky slopes

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-89333: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Samuel Bonsall Parish (1838-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parish' in the authors string.