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fringed bluestar
Scientific Name: Amsonia ciliata var. ciliata
Family: Apocynaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Fringed Bluestar (Amsonia ciliata)
The Fringed Bluestar, scientifically known as Amsonia ciliata, is a captivating perennial known for its attractive foliage and delicate spring flowers. It is commonly called Fringed Bluestar, but also goes by names such as Downy Amsonia, Texas Bluestar, Blue Funnel Lily, and Texas Slimpod.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant grows to the size of a small tree, which may be a consideration for the space available to pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Amsonia ciliata Walter
- Family: Belongs to the genus Amsonia, members of which are commonly known as bluestars.
- Synonyms: Amsonia angustifolia
- Varieties: Amsonia ciliata var. ciliata, Amsonia ciliata var. tenuifolia (Raf.) Woodson, and Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia Woods.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southeastern North America, specifically the southeastern US and southern Great Plains.
- Found throughout much of the northern half of Florida.
- Prefers dry, well-drained sandy soils and open sandy habitats, sometimes found along dry, sandy roadsides.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- A long-lived perennial that forms multi-stemmed clumps.
- Typically grows to a height of 15-24 inches.
- Features light blue, star-shaped flowers arranged in loose panicles.
- The leaves are borne singly, closely spaced up the stem to the flower cluster.