Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conspicua
ID:
8208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77(3): 259 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007537

Common Names

  • Eurybia Conspicua
  • Showy Eurybia
  • Showy Aster

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Description

Eurybia conspicua (also called Showy Wood Aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It grows in moist woods and along roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers with multiple rows of petals.

Uses & Benefits

Eurybia conspicua 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 digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eurybia conspicua has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurybia conspicua 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 a wide range of temperatures. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. Sow the seeds in a sunny spot in the garden in late spring or early summer. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Eurybia conspicua

Eurybia conspicua is native to North America. It can be found in the deciduous forests of the eastern United States and Canada.

Eurybia conspicua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eurybia conspicua?

Eurybia conspicua

What type of plant is Eurybia conspicua?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Eurybia conspicua grow?

It grows in the eastern United States

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-107283: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.