Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
surculosa
ID:
34868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Michx.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 262 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034197

Common Names

  • Surculosa Eurybia
  • Eurybia Surculosa
  • Surculosa Wood Aster

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Description

Eurybia surculosa (also called 'Toothed Wood Aster', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a single stem with several branches and is covered in small, white hairs. It has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and white petals. It is native to North America and is found in moist, open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Eurybia surculosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eurybia surculosa has yellow flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurybia surculosa is a perennial herb native to the eastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It should be fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Eurybia surculosa

Eurybia surculosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula and in North Africa.

Eurybia surculosa FAQ

What is the growth habit of Eurybia surculosa?

Eurybia surculosa is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

What is the flowering period of Eurybia surculosa?

Eurybia surculosa flowers from April to August.

What is the habitat of Eurybia surculosa?

Eurybia surculosa is found in open woodlands, scrub and grassland.

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

André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.