Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
frondosum
ID:
2170

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001499

Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum frondosum
  • Frondosum Aster
  • Frondosum Symphyotrichum

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Description

Symphyotrichum frondosum (also called White Prairie Aster, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to North America. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum frondosum is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum frondosum is white and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Symphyotrichum frondosum

Symphyotrichum frondosum can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Symphyotrichum frondosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum frondosum?

Symphyotrichum frondosum

What is the common name of Symphyotrichum frondosum?

Fringed aster

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum frondosum?

It is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-101443: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.