Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
georgianum
ID:
7249

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alexander) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77: 282 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006578

Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum Georgianum
  • Georgia Aster
  • Georgia Starwort

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Synonyms

  • Aster georgianus Alexander [deprecated]
  • Virgulus georgianus (Small) Semple [unknown]
  • Aster patens georgianus (Alexander) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Aster georgianus Alexander ex Small [unknown]
  • Virgulus patens georgianus (Small) Reveal & Keener [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum georgianum (also called 'Georgia Aster', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum georgianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum georgianum is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum georgianum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum georgianum

Symphyotrichum georgianum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

Symphyotrichum georgianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum georgianum?

Symphyotrichum georgianum

What are the common names of Symphyotrichum georgianum?

Georgia Aster

What is the natural habitat of Symphyotrichum georgianum?

Meadows, pastures, and roadsides

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-106341: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Edward Johnston Alexander (1901-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alexander' in the authors string.