Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sericeum
ID:
131345

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vent.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 291 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130674



Common Names

  • Silky Aster
  • Silky-leaved Aster
  • Silky-stemmed Aster


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Synonyms

  • Aster sibiricus Turcz. ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Aster argenteus Michx. [unknown]
  • Aster sericeus Vent. [unknown]
  • Aster sericeus sericeus [unknown]
  • Symphyotrichum sericeum sericeum [unknown]
  • Aster montanus Nutt. [unknown]
  • Lasallea sericea sericea [unknown]
  • Lasallea sericea Greene [unknown]
  • Aster sericeus sericeus [unknown]
  • Virgulus sericeus (Vent.) Reveal & Keener [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum sericeum (also called Silky Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It has purple flowers and grows to a height of up to 4 feet. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is found in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum sericeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum sericeum is white and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum sericeum is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Symphyotrichum sericeum is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum sericeum

Symphyotrichum sericeum is native to North America.

Symphyotrichum sericeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum sericeum?

Symphyotrichum sericeum

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum sericeum?

Silky Aster

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum sericeum?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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-91566: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.