Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
satsumensis
ID:
22769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soejima

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 44: 48 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022098

Common Names

  • Satsuma Aster
  • Japanese Aster
  • Fukujukai

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Description

Aster satsumensis (also called Satsuma Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to Japan, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aster satsumensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aster satsumensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aster satsumensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Aster satsumensis

Aster satsumensis is native to Japan and can be found in the wild in grassy areas, meadows and open woodlands. It can also be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Aster satsumensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aster satsumensis?

Aster satsumensis

What is the common name of Aster satsumensis?

Satsuma Aster

What is the habitat of Aster satsumensis?

It is found in the temperate forests of Japan

Species in the Aster genus

Aster moupinensis, Aster langaoensis, Aster oldhamii, Aster salwinensis, Aster souliei, Aster taoyuenensis, Aster turbinatus, Aster paniculatus, Aster sampsonii, Aster hunanensis, Aster pinnatifidus, Aster setchuenensis, Aster miyagii, Aster oreophilus, Aster apinnatifidus, Aster dimorphophyllus, Aster lavandulifolius, Aster bietii, Aster hayatae, Aster maackii, Aster microcephalus, Aster sinianus, Aster yoshinaganus, Aster miquelianus, Aster laka, Aster likiangensis, Aster woroschilovii, Aster giraldii, Aster menelii, Aster pujosii, Aster farreri, Aster satsumensis, Aster asterodes, Aster kantoensis, Aster poliothamnus, Aster alpinoamellus, Aster velutinosus, Aster medius, Aster diplostephioides, Aster oreophilus, Aster taiwanensis, Aster tricephalus, Aster pycnophyllus, Aster philippinensis, Aster nitidus, Aster ionoglossus, Aster neoelegans, Aster madagascariensis, Aster hispidus, Aster komonoensis,

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-121368: Based on the initial data import
Akiko Soejima (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soejima' in the authors string.