Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schistosum
ID:
137436

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.S.Steele) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 295 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136765



Common Names

  • Schistosum Symphyotrichum
  • Schistosum
  • Symphyotrichum


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Description

Symphyotrichum schistosum (also called 'Fragrant Aster', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist meadows and wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum schistosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum schistosum is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum schistosum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate dry soils. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum schistosum

Symphyotrichum schistosum is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows and along streams.

Symphyotrichum schistosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum schistosum?

Symphyotrichum schistosum

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum schistosum?

Schistose Aster

Where is Symphyotrichum schistosum native to?

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

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Edward Strieby Steele (1850-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.S.Steele' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:981933-1: Based on the initial data import