Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
plumosum
ID:
86273

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Small) Semple

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Univ. Waterloo Biol. Ser. 41: 134 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085602



Common Names

  • Plume Aster
  • Plume-like Aster
  • Soft-leaved Aster


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Synonyms

  • Symphyotrichum concolor plumosum (Small) Wunderlin & B.F.Hansen [unknown]
  • Aster plumosus Small [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum plumosum (also called White-flowered Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has white flowers and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum plumosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum plumosum is a small white flower head with many tiny florets. The seeds are small and light, with a tuft of white hairs at the tip. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum plumosum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate it from cuttings taken in the fall.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum plumosum

Symphyotrichum plumosum can be found in North America.

Symphyotrichum plumosum FAQ

What type of plant is Symphyotrichum plumosum?

Symphyotrichum plumosum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where does Symphyotrichum plumosum grow?

Symphyotrichum plumosum is native to North America.

What are the benefits of Symphyotrichum plumosum?

Symphyotrichum plumosum has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments such as digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

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-42003: Based on the initial data import
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
John Cameron Semple (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Semple' in the authors string.