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Florida goldenaster

Scientific Name: Chrysopsis floridana

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: FL (Florida golden aster)

       

Florida Golden Aster (Chrysopsis floridana)

The Florida golden aster (Chrysopsis floridana) is a rare flowering plant belonging to the aster family. It's also known by common names, including coastal plain golden-aster, few-headed grass-leaved golden-aster, silver-leaved aster, grass-leaved goldenaster, and silky golden-aster.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chrysopsis floridana Small
  • Synonym: Heterotheca floridana (Small) R. W. Long
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster family)

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Florida golden aster is endemic to Florida, found in a few coastal counties in west-central Florida, specifically in sandhill ecosystems.

Ecological Role

  • Considered endangered by the State of Florida.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Erect stems bearing small, curvy, lance-shaped leaves.
  • Produces small bouquets of bright yellow flowers.
  • Drought tolerant
  • A robust perennial wildflower.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Attracts butterflies.

Further Information

  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
  • Florida Natural Areas Inventory
  • Discover Life