Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
longulum
ID:
116968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Sheld.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 295. 1995 [Sep 1994 publ. 31 Jan 1995]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116297



Common Names

  • Long-leaved Aster
  • Long-leaved Symphyotrichum
  • Long-leaved Michaelmas Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aster longulus E.Sheld. [unknown]
  • Aster longulus E.Sheld. [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum longulum (also called Long-leaved Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and long stems with small white flowers. It grows in moist meadows, along streams, and in other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum longulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum longulum is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum longulum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It should be divided in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The divisions should be planted at a depth of 5-10cm and spaced 30-45cm apart. Water the divisions thoroughly after planting.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum longulum

Symphyotrichum longulum is native to North America.

Symphyotrichum longulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum longulum?

Symphyotrichum longulum

What type of plant is Symphyotrichum longulum?

Symphyotrichum longulum is an annual herb

Where is Symphyotrichum longulum found?

Symphyotrichum longulum is found in North America

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-77704: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Edmund Perry Sheldon (1869-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Sheld.' in the authors string.