Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
campestre
ID:
91558

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 16: 79 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090887

Common Names

  • Field Stenachaenium
  • Stenachaenium Campestre
  • Field Stenachaenia

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Synonyms

  • Stenachaenium macrocephalum (DC.) Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Stenachaenium campestre (also called field aster, among many other common names) is an annual or short-lived perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe, and grows in dry, sandy, open areas, such as coastal dunes and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Stenachaenium campestre is an edible plant that is used in cooking. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenachaenium campestre is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenachaenium campestre can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Stenachaenium campestre

Stenachaenium campestre can be found in the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Stenachaenium campestre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenachaenium campestre?

Stenachaenium campestre

What is the common name of Stenachaenium campestre?

Field Stenachaenium

What is the best soil type for Stenachaenium campestre?

Stenachaenium campestre prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun.

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