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doll's daisy

Scientific Name: Boltonia

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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White Doll's Daisy (Boltonia asteroides)

The White Doll's Daisy, scientifically known as Boltonia asteroides, is a native American perennial that adds a burst of color to late summer and fall gardens.

Common Names

  • White Doll's Daisy
  • False Aster
  • False Chamomile
  • Clasping Doll's Daisy
  • Decurrent False Aster
  • Winged False Aster
  • Aster-like Boltonia
  • Star Boltonia

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Boltonia asteroides (L.) L'Hr.
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster Family)
  • Genus: Boltonia
  • Species: asteroides
  • Synonyms: Boltonia diffusa (mentioned as easily confused with true daisies in the genus Symphyotrichum)
  • Varieties: Boltonia asteroides var. recognita
  • Subspecies: Indicated in some references, but not fully specified in the text.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the eastern United States and Canada.
  • Often grows in wetlands.
  • Historically distributed within the Illinois and Mississippi River floodplain, but now reduced to fewer than 20 locations in that region.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Size: Typically reaches 4-5 feet in height and 2-2.5 feet in width. Dwarf varieties exist, reaching 18-24 inches in height and width.
  • Flowers: White, daisy-like flowers, ½ to 1 inch across, with 20 to 60 narrow white to bluish rays, blooming from July to September. Pale lavender flowers may also occur in some varieties.
  • Foliage: Some varieties have bluish-green foliage.
  • Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
  • Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
  • Good for cutting.

Ecological Role

  • Suitable for wildflower and butterfly gardens.
  • Native perennial often found throughout the eastern US.

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life, including Wikipedia
  • Dave's Garden
  • Toadshade Wildflower Farm (mail order nursery in Frenchtown, NJ)