Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
martii
ID:
93343

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 286 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092672



Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum martii
  • Mart's Aster
  • Mart's Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Aster martii Baker [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum martii (also called Mart's aster, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the United States and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum martii is used as an ornamental plant and its flowers can be used to make a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum martii is white and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum martii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division of the rhizomes. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum martii

Symphyotrichum martii can be found in the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.

Symphyotrichum martii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum martii?

Symphyotrichum martii

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum martii?

Mart's aster

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum martii?

Grassy areas of 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-48910: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.