Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
firmum
ID:
15925

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 282 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015254

Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum firmum
  • Firm Aster
  • Stiff Aster

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Synonyms

  • Aster amoenus Lam. [unknown]
  • Aster puniceus L. [unknown]
  • Kalimeris hispida hispida [unknown]
  • Aster lucidulus lucidulus [unknown]
  • Aster puniceus firmus (Nees) A.G.Jones [unknown]
  • Aster confertus Desf. [unknown]
  • Diplactis blanda Raf. [unknown]
  • Aster puniceus lucidulus A.Gray [unknown]
  • Aster hispidus Lam. [unknown]
  • Aster puniceus firmus (Nees) Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Aster firmus Nees [unknown]
  • Aster lucidulus (A.Gray) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Aster blandus Pursh [unknown]
  • Myctanthes punicea Raf. [unknown]
  • Aster lucidulus Wiegand [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum firmum (also called Stiff Aster, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has stiff stems and leaves, and produces small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum firmum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum firmum has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum firmum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize occasionally for best results.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum firmum

Symphyotrichum firmum can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida and west to Texas.

Symphyotrichum firmum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum firmum?

Symphyotrichum firmum

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum firmum?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

What are the characteristics of Symphyotrichum firmum?

It is an annual herb with hairy stems and leaves and small white or pink flower heads.

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-114760: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.