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ASTERACEAE
Aster Family
Ionactis linariifolia  (stiff-leaved aster)   
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Synonym
Aster linariifolius (L.) Greene
Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Ionactis: violet rays; linariifolia: leaves like Linaria
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
September-October
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Open woodlands and clearings on well-drained soils
State Status
Rare
Piedmont Status
Rare
Coastal Plain Status
Rare
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
7
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Possible host plant for Phyciodes tharos (Pearl Crescent Butterfly).
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
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