Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
welshii
ID:
115237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cronquist) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 294 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114566



Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum
  • Welsh's Aster
  • Welshii


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Description

Symphyotrichum welshii (also called Welsh's Aster, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with many small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as meadows, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum welshii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum welshii is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum welshii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and place them in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum welshii

Symphyotrichum welshii is native to North America and is found in the United States and Canada. It is commonly found in open meadows, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Symphyotrichum welshii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum welshii?

Symphyotrichum welshii

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum welshii?

It is found in moist meadows, wet prairies, and along streams and rivers.

What are the characteristics of Symphyotrichum welshii?

It is an erect, perennial herb with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

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-76056: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.