Roughleaf aster
Eurybia radulina
About
Eurybia radulina, commonly known as the roughleaf aster, is an herbaceous perennial in the family Asteraceae. It is native to western North America, where it is present primarily west of the Cascade Range in both Canada and the United States. Its habitats include dry rock outcrops, slopes, edges of forests, and oak woodlands.
- Family
- Asteraceae
How to use it
The roughleaf aster can be a great addition to gardens aimed at supporting local wildlife. Its flowers attract pollinators, making it an excellent choice for creating a vibrant and ecologically friendly garden. Additionally, its ability to thrive in dry, rocky areas means it can be used in xeriscaping, helping to conserve water while still providing beauty and habitat for beneficial insects.
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Gardening tip
When planting roughleaf aster, make sure to choose a spot with well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight. This plant loves dry conditions, so avoid overly wet areas to help it thrive!
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In the kitchen
The roughleaf aster is not eaten by humans, so it's best to admire this beautiful plant in its natural habitat rather than in your kitchen!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Eurybia radulina
- Slug
- eurybia-radulina
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Eurybia
- Species
- radulina
- Wikidata QID
- Q5413961
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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