Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
novae-angliae
ID:
116667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 287 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115996

Common Names

  • New England Aster
  • Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
  • Aster novae-angliae

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Description

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (also called New England Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has small, purple flowers and is found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is a perennial herb native to North America. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum novae-angliae?

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum novae-angliae?

New England aster

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum novae-angliae?

Grassy meadows and pastures

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-77418: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.