Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
61993

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Michx.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 92 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061322

Common Names

  • Blazing Star
  • Gayfeather
  • Button Snakewort

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Synonyms

  • Liatris glabrata alabamensis (Alexander ex Small) Shinners [unknown]
  • Liatris squarrosa gracilenta Gaiser [unknown]

Description

Liatris squarrosa (also called Squarrose Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a woody base and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate. It grows in moist, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Liatris squarrosa var. squarrosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris squarrosa is purple and daisy-like. It has a single row of petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris squarrosa is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Provide full sun to partial shade and water regularly.

Where to Find Liatris squarrosa

Liatris squarrosa can be found in the southeastern United States, in states such as Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

Liatris squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Liatris squarrosa?

Liatris squarrosa

What is the common name of Liatris squarrosa?

Squarrose Blazing Star

What is the natural habitat of Liatris squarrosa?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-18345: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.