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Aster caucasicus

Scientific Name: Aster caucasicus

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Aster caucasicus

Aster caucasicus, also referred to as Kafkas y?ld?zpat?s? in Turkish and the Finnish common name "Himalajanasteri", is a member of the Asteraceae (daisy) family.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions the presence of compounds with biological activity, as well as research into insect and nematode activity; however, it is unknown if these interactions or compounds are harmful to animals.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions the presence of compounds with biological activity, as well as research into insect and nematode activity; however, it is unknown if these interactions or compounds are harmful to children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Aster caucasicus Willd.
  • Family: Asteraceae (Daisy Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Subkingdom: Tracheobionta
  • Synonyms:
    • Kemulariella caucasica (Willd.) Tamansch.
    • Aster caucasicus var. caucasicus
    • Aster caucasicus var. pleiocephalus Boiss.
    • Aster inulifolius Boiss. & Balansa ex Boiss.
  • Taxonomic Serial No.: 780208

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is native to the Caucasus region, as indicated by its name.
  • It can be found in meadows, such as those near the village of Diklo.

Traditional Uses

  • Aster caucasicus, along with other Aster species like Aster sedifolius, has been used in natural medicine for its potential anticancer, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties.

Genetic Information

  • Research has been conducted on transgenic Aster caucasicus calli expressing a beta-amyrin synthase (AsOXA1) gene.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Research has explored the biological activity of Aster caucasicus against insects and nematodes.

Further Information

  • PlantSystematics.org provides information on the phylogeny and nomenclature of Aster caucasicus.
  • Images and stock photos are available from Shutterstock.
  • St Andrews Botanical Gardens in Scotland maintains a specimen labeled 'CISTUS SALVIFOLIUS' (Reference: JON2046).