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Search Term(s): Symphyotrichum lanceolatum var. latifolium   (1 record found)

ASTERACEAE
Aster Family
Symphyotrichum lanceolatum var. latifolium  (broad-leaf panicled aster)   
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Synonym
Aster lanceolatus Willd. var simplex (Willd.) A. G. Jones;A. simplex Willd.
Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Symphyotrichum: from the Greek symphyos (growing together) and thrix (hair); lanceolatum: lance-shaped; latifolium: wide leaves
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
August-September
Physiographic Province
☐ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☐ Sussex

Habitat
Low woodlands and streambanks
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
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Coastal Plain Status
Common
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
5
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Nectar source for multiple Moth and Butterfly species.
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
Leaves 1-3.5 cm. wide.
Additional Info
Variety latifolium: eastern and mid-western states; variety hesperium: western; variety hirsuticaule: northern mid-west; variety interior: New England southwest.
Habitats in which this plant occurs
Freshwater Herbaceous Tidal Wetlands
Freshwater Shrub Tidal Wetlands