Lindley's Aster
Symphyotrichum ciliolatum
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Symphyotrichum
- Species:
- Symphyotrichum ciliolatum
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 4-6 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jul, aug, sep, oct
- Bloom Colors:
- White
Native Range
United States: Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New York, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★★☆☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
- Bee Keystone:
- ★★☆☆☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Reported Fauna Sightings
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers forested or partially shaded areas
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Mix seeds with equal amount of moist perlite or vermiculite in a sealable plastic bag or container. Store in a refrigerator or garage (35 to 42 degrees F) for 1-2 months. Seeds can be cold stored until planted (up to 3 years).
Establishment: Seeds are collected by hand from locally native plants in the eastern central Upper Peninsula. The plant is generally found in dry to moist deciduous mix and conifer woods, especially in clearings and along borders, including adjacent roads, trails, fields, disturbed ground, dune ridges and rocky gravel.
Source: npn.rngr.net