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Search Term(s): Symphyotrichum subulatum   (1 record found)

ASTERACEAE
Aster Family
Symphyotrichum subulatum  (eastern annual saltmarsh aster)   
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Synonym
Aster subulatus Michx. var. subulatus
Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Symphyotrichum: from the Greek symphyos (growing together) and thrix (hair); subulatum: awl-shaped
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Annual Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
August-September
Physiographic Province
☐ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Brackish marshes and meadows, often weedy
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
2
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
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Tidal Salt Water High Marshes