Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemispherica
ID:
45970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alexander) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77: 260 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045299

Common Names

  • Eurybia Hemispherica
  • Rayless Aster
  • Eastern Rayless Aster

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Synonyms

  • Heleastrum hemisphericum (Alexander) Shinners [unknown]
  • Aster pedionomus Alexander [unknown]
  • Heleastrum verutifolium (Alexander ex Small) Shinners [unknown]
  • Aster paludosus hemisphericus (Alexander) Waterf. [unknown]
  • Aster hemisphericus Alexander [unknown]
  • Aster verutifolius Alexander [unknown]
  • Aster gattingeri Alexander [unknown]

Description

Eurybia hemispherica (also called Round-headed Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to eastern North America. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in moist forests, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eurybia hemispherica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eurybia hemispherica is a small, white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and upright, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurybia hemispherica is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or from seed. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring and cover lightly with soil. The seeds should germinate in the summer. To divide the plant, dig up the clump in the spring or early summer and replant it in a new location.

Where to Find Eurybia hemispherica

Eurybia hemispherica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, meadows, and pastures.

Eurybia hemispherica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eurybia hemispherica?

Eurybia hemispherica

What type of plant is Eurybia hemispherica?

Perennial herb

What is the common name of Eurybia hemispherica?

Hemispheric Wood Aster

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-14381: 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.