Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
prenanthoides
ID:
101355

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muhl. ex Willd.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 290 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000100684



Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum
  • Aster
  • Smooth Aster


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Synonyms

  • Aster prenanthoides Muhl. ex Willd. [unknown]
  • Aster prenanthoides Muhl. [unknown]
  • Aster prenanthoides prenanthoides [unknown]
  • Aster prenanthoides prenanthoides [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides (also called White Heath Aster, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It has white flowers and grows to a height of about 1.5 feet. It is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and meadows. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is a great choice for adding texture and color to the garden, and it is also drought-tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1/2 inch. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum prenanthoides

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides can be found in North America.

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum prenanthoides?

Symphyotrichum prenanthoides

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum prenanthoides?

Prenanthes-leaved Aster

What is the family of Symphyotrichum prenanthoides?

Asteraceae

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-5762: Based on the initial data import
Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg (1753-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muhl.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.