Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
patens
ID:
85420

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 288 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084749

Common Names

  • Symphyotrichum Patens
  • Patens Symphyotrichum
  • Symphyotrichum

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Synonyms

  • Aster alatus Aikin [unknown]
  • Aster virgatus Elliott [unknown]
  • Aster auritus Lindl. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Virgulus patens (Aiton) Reveal & Keener [unknown]
  • Lasallea patens (Aiton) Semple & Brouillet [unknown]
  • Aster undulatus Elliott [unknown]
  • Aster patens patens [unknown]
  • Virgulus patens patens [unknown]
  • Aster auritus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Symphyotrichum patens patens [unknown]
  • Aster amplexicaulis Michx. [unknown]
  • Aster patens Aiton [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum patens (also called Smooth blue aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Eastern United States. It grows in dry and sandy soils, in open grasslands, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum patens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Symphyotrichum patens var. patentissimum (Lindl.) G.L.Nesom
Symphyotrichum patens var. gracile (Hook.) G.L.Nesom

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyotrichum patens has small, white flowers with five petals that are arranged in a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and grow to about 1 foot in height.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum patens is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It can also be propagated by root cuttings in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum patens

Symphyotrichum patens can be found in North America, particularly in the United States and Canada.

Symphyotrichum patens FAQ

What are the common uses of Symphyotrichum patens?

Symphyotrichum patens is commonly used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.

What is the habitat of Symphyotrichum patens?

Symphyotrichum patens is found in dry, rocky areas of North America.

What are the characteristics of Symphyotrichum patens?

Symphyotrichum patens is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers.

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-41185: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.