Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tardiflorum
ID:
110006

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Greuter, M.V.Agab. & Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Taxon 54(1): 155 (-156) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000109335



Common Names

  • Late-flowering Aster
  • Late-flowering Symphyotrichum
  • Late-flowering Michaelmas Daisy


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Description

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum (also called 'Late-flowering Aster', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has linear, toothed leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, sunny areas, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum has white or pink flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a short, curved beak. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum can be propagated from seed or by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It is best grown in an area with low humidity and good air circulation.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum tardiflorum

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum is native to North America.

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum tardiflorum?

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

What is the growth habit of Symphyotrichum tardiflorum?

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum is a low-growing, spreading shrub with a woody base.

What is the flowering season of Symphyotrichum tardiflorum?

Symphyotrichum tardiflorum typically flowers from late winter to early summer.

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-681: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.
Mariam V. Agababjan (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.V.Agab.' in the authors string.