Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
laeve
ID:
35153

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Á.Löve & D.Löve

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 359 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034482



Common Names

  • Smooth Blue Aster
  • Smooth Symphyotrichum
  • Smooth Michaelmas Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster laevigatus Hook. [illegitimate]
  • Aster laevis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Diplactis cyanea Raf. [unknown]
  • Aster laevis falcatus (Farw.) F.Seym. [deprecated]

Description

Symphyotrichum laeve (also called Smooth Blue Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to North America. It has hairy stems and leaves, and its flowers are white to pinkish-purple. It grows in moist meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum laeve is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum laeve is a bright yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, bright yellow flower with a yellow center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum laeve is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer or water. It can be propagated by taking divisions in the spring or summer and planting them in moist soil. The divisions should be kept moist until they have rooted. Seeds can be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until they have established.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum laeve

Symphyotrichum laeve can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Symphyotrichum laeve FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum laeve?

Symphyotrichum laeve

What type of plant is Symphyotrichum laeve?

Aster/Daisy

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum laeve?

Smooth Blue Aster

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

Áskell Löve (1916-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Á.Löve' in the authors string.
Doris Löve (1918-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Löve' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:247114-2: Based on the initial data import