Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
avita
ID:
84991

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alexander) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 259. 1995 [Sep 1994 publ. 31 Jan 1995]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084320

Common Names

  • Eurybia Avita
  • Mountain Aster
  • Smooth Aster

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Synonyms

  • Aster avitus Alexander [unknown]

Description

Eurybia avita (also called Aster, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that is native to the eastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eurybia avita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eurybia avita is a white or pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown nut with a hard shell. The seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurybia avita is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a cool, moist environment. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Eurybia avita

Eurybia avita can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia.

Eurybia avita FAQ

What is the common name of Eurybia avita?

Early Aster

What is the optimal soil pH for Eurybia avita?

6.0 - 7.5

What is the optimal temperature for Eurybia avita?

60-75°F

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-40769: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Edward Johnston Alexander (1901-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alexander' in the authors string.