Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellei
ID:
51539

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaiser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 48: 227 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050868

Common Names

  • Star-leaved Liatris
  • Star-leaved Blazing Star
  • Star-leaved Gayfeather

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Description

Liatris stellei (also called Blazing Star, Button Snakewort, and Gayfeather, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to the southeastern United States. It has long, thin, grass-like leaves and tall, thin, purple flower spikes. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Liatris stellei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Liatris stellei is yellow and has a star-shaped structure. The seed is small and has a black color. The seedlings are thin and have a green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Liatris stellei is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It grows in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Liatris stellei

Liatris stellei can be found in dry, sandy soils in the southeastern United States.

Liatris stellei FAQ

What are the common names of Liatris stellei?

Common names of Liatris stellei include Star Blazing Star and Star Gayfeather

What is the growth habit of Liatris stellei?

Liatris stellei is an upright, clump-forming perennial with a woody base

What is the native range of Liatris stellei?

Liatris stellei is native to the southeastern 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,