Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
burgessii
ID:
37312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 276 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036641

Common Names

  • Burgess' Aster
  • Burgess' Starwort
  • Burgess' Symphyotrichum

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Description

Symphyotrichum burgessii (also called Burgess' Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the United States. It has a taproot and its leaves are pinnately lobed. It is found in grasslands, open forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum burgessii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, liver diseases, and urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum burgessii is a yellow-orange disc-shaped flower head with ray florets. The seed is a small, dry, one-seeded fruit that does not open at maturity. The seedlings are small, hairy, and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum burgessii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum burgessii

Symphyotrichum burgessii can be found in the eastern United States, from Texas to Florida and up to New York.

Symphyotrichum burgessii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum burgessii?

Symphyotrichum burgessii

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum burgessii?

Burgess' Aster

Where is Symphyotrichum burgessii native to?

Eastern North America

Species in the Symphyotrichum genus

Symphyotrichum chapmanii, Symphyotrichum frondosum, Symphyotrichum jessicae, Symphyotrichum ciliatum, Symphyotrichum shortii, Symphyotrichum drummondii, Symphyotrichum robynsianum, Symphyotrichum georgianum, Symphyotrichum salignum, Symphyotrichum anticostense, Symphyotrichum parviceps, Symphyotrichum lanceolatum, Symphyotrichum glabrifolium, Symphyotrichum gravesii, Symphyotrichum spathulatum, Symphyotrichum firmum, Symphyotrichum versicolor, Symphyotrichum batesii, Symphyotrichum amethystinum, Symphyotrichum ontarionis, Symphyotrichum vahlii, Symphyotrichum yukonense, Symphyotrichum turbinellum, Symphyotrichum lateriflorum, Symphyotrichum adnatum, Symphyotrichum finkii, Symphyotrichum gypsophilum, Symphyotrichum hesperium, Symphyotrichum columbianum, Symphyotrichum laeve, Symphyotrichum burgessii, Symphyotrichum anomalum, Symphyotrichum tradescantii, Symphyotrichum trilineatum, Symphyotrichum simmondsii, Symphyotrichum subulatus, Symphyotrichum hintonii, Symphyotrichum pratense, Symphyotrichum fontinale, Symphyotrichum bullatum, Symphyotrichum regnellii, Symphyotrichum depauperatum, Symphyotrichum retroflexum, Symphyotrichum ericoides, Symphyotrichum boreale, Symphyotrichum subgeminatum, Symphyotrichum novi-belgii, Symphyotrichum moranense, Symphyotrichum schaffneri, Symphyotrichum concolor,

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-135434: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.