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scrubland goldenaster

Scientific Name: Chrysopsis subulata

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Scrubland Goldenaster (Chrysopsis subulata)

Chrysopsis subulata, commonly known as scrubland goldenaster, is a flowering plant species in the aster family (Asteraceae) endemic to Florida.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chrysopsis subulata Small
  • Common Names: Scrubland goldenaster, Coastalplain goldenaster
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster family)
  • Synonyms:
    • Heterotheca hyssopifolia (Nutt.) R.W. Long var. subulata (Small) R.W. Long
    • Heterotheca subulata (Small) V.L. Harms

Distribution and Habitat

  • The scrubland goldenaster is found exclusively in Florida.
  • It is a frequent perennial wildflower of flatwoods and scrubland habitats.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • Biennial, frequently perennating, growing 20-70 cm tall.

Ecological Role

  • The goldenasters, including Chrysopsis subulata, are conspicuous components of the vegetation in late summer and fall due to their profusion of yellow flower heads.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The moth Schinia petulans is suggested to feed on plants that look similar to Scrubland Goldenaster.

Further Information

  • Information available from the USDA PLANTS database.