Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schaffneri
ID:
77903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.D.Sundb. & A.G.Jones) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 291 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077232

Common Names

  • Schaffner's Aster
  • Schaffner's Starwort
  • Schaffner's Michaelmas Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Aster schaffneri S.D.Sundb. & A.G.Jones [unknown]

Description

Symphyotrichum schaffneri (also called 'Schaffner's Aster', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in dry open areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyotrichum schaffneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is used to make herbal teas and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyotrichum schaffneri is a white-pink daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyotrichum schaffneri is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they must be sown in a cold frame in autumn.

Where to Find Symphyotrichum schaffneri

Symphyotrichum schaffneri is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters.

Symphyotrichum schaffneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyotrichum schaffneri?

Symphyotrichum schaffneri

What are the common names of Symphyotrichum schaffneri?

Symphyotrichum schaffneri is commonly known as Schaffner's aster.

What is the distribution of Symphyotrichum schaffneri?

Symphyotrichum schaffneri is native to the mountains of western North America.

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

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Scott D. Sundberg (1954-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.D.Sundb.' in the authors string.
Almut Gitter Jones (1923-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Jones' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:981897-1: Based on the initial data import