Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.Allison
Source:
gcc
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Castanea 66(1-2): 175 (-179; figs. 8-9 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082380
Common Names
- Blazing Star
- Marsh Blazing Star
- Button Blazing Star
Description
Liatris oligocephala (also called short-headed blazing star, among many other common names) is a species of flowering herb in the aster family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it grows in dry, sandy habitats such as prairies and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Liatris oligocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Liatris oligocephala is white, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are oblong, with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Liatris oligocephala is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by division in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Liatris oligocephala
Liatris oligocephala can be found in the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.
Liatris oligocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Liatris oligocephala?
Liatris oligocephala
What is the common name of Liatris oligocephala?
Few-headed blazing star
What type of plant is Liatris oligocephala?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Liatris genus
Liatris acidota,
Liatris spheroidea,
Liatris microcephala,
Liatris gladewitzii,
Liatris cokeri,
Liatris ridgwayi,
Liatris punctata,
Liatris aspera,
Liatris provincialis,
Liatris cymosa,
Liatris glandulosa,
Liatris pycnostachya,
Liatris bracteata,
Liatris creditonensis,
Liatris macdanieliana,
Liatris elegantula,
Liatris ohlingerae,
Liatris fallacior,
Liatris helleri,
Liatris scariosa,
Liatris serotina,
Liatris tenuis,
Liatris weaveri,
Liatris platylepis,
Liatris stellei,
Liatris cylindracea,
Liatris elegans,
Liatris elegantula,
Liatris ligulistylis,
Liatris pauciflora,
Liatris lancifolia,
Liatris pycnostachya,
Liatris cymosa,
Liatris squarrulosa,
Liatris squarrosa,
Liatris boykinii,
Liatris spicata,
Liatris chapmanii,
Liatris freemaniana,
Liatris steelei,
Liatris virgata,
Liatris patens,
Liatris gholsonii,
Liatris gracilis,
Liatris oligocephala,
Liatris frostii,
Liatris hirsuta,
Liatris pauciflora,
Liatris laevigata,
Liatris compacta,
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
James R. Allison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Allison' in the authors string.