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claspingleaf doll's daisy
Scientific Name: Boltonia decurrens
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: IL (decurrent false aster), MO (decurrent false as
Boltonia decurrens: The Claspingleaf Doll's Daisy
Boltonia decurrens, commonly known as the claspingleaf doll's daisy or decurrent false aster, is a rare and fascinating flowering plant belonging to the aster family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Boltonia decurrens (Torr. & A. Gray) Alph. Wood
- Family: Asteraceae
- Genus: Boltonia L'Hr.
- Synonyms: Boltonia asteroides var. decurrens, Boltonia latisquama var. decurrens
- Common Names: Claspingleaf doll's daisy, Decurrent false aster, Winged false aster
Distribution and Habitat
This species is native to the United States, particularly the Illinois River Valley, the Florida Panhandle and Mississippi. It is a native, herbaceous floodplain species.
Ecological Role
The Boltonia decurrens has experienced a decline in populations within the Illinois River Valley due to habitat loss. It is recognized as a rare species.
Morphological Characteristics
- Boltonia decurrens is described as a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.
- It is a perennial plant.
- It can reach a mature size of 3-6".
- It bears masses of pale pink to white 1" daisy-like flowers from August through September.
- The white blossoms can become tinged with pink or purple as they age.
- The plant spreads by rhizomes.
Quirky Facts
- The name "claspingleaf" comes from the way the leaves attach to the stem, appearing to clasp or surround it.
- The blooms resemble daisies with white petals and yellow centers.
Further Information
For more in-depth information, consult the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database or Discover Life's page dedicated to Boltonia decurrens.