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Symphyotrichum retroflexum

Rigid Whitetop Aster
Also known as: Aster curtisii Torr. & A.Gray +1 more
  • Aster curtisii Torr. & A.Gray
  • Aster retroflexus Lindl. ex DC., 1836
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Asteraceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Found natively in North America, Symphyotrichum retroflexum (commonly known as Rigid Whitetop Aster) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Asteraceae family.

Macro Climate
Unspecified
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
China Southeast

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