Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
5953

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77: 279. 1995 [31 Jan 1995]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005282

Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum Drummondii
  • Drummond's Aster
  • Drummond's Michaelmas Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Aster drummondii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Aster sagittifolius drummondii (Lindl. ex Hook.) Shinners [unknown]
  • Aster drummondii Lindl. ex Hook. [unknown]
  • Aster drummondii drummondii [unknown]
  • Aster drummondii drummondii [unknown]
  • Symphyotrichum drummondii drummondii [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum drummondii (also called Drummond's aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single stem that grows up to 1.5 m tall and produces numerous small white flowers. It is found in open fields, pastures, and roadsides in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum drummondii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Symphyotrichum drummondii var. texanum (E.S.Burgess) G.L.Nesom

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum drummondii has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum drummondii is an annual herb that is native to North America. It is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum drummondii

Symphyotrichum drummondii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Symphyotrichum drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum drummondii?

Symphyotrichum drummondii

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum drummondii?

Drummond's Aster

What is the growth habit of Symphyotrichum drummondii?

Symphyotrichum drummondii is an upright, clump-forming perennial herb.

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-105088: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.