Genus Aster
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Native to North America, Europe, Africa, Temperate Asia, and Tropical Asia, the genus Aster, a member of the Asteraceae family, is a large group comprising 285 taxa. Members of this group are most often linked to temperate climate conditions. It is predominantly composed of herbaceous perennials.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 285 taxa (189 base species, 96 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Temperate Asia (264), Tropical Asia (65), Europe (18)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (133), Subalpine Or Subarctic (30), Subtropical (2)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (87), Annuals & Biennials (4), Shrubs (2)
285 taxa found