Aster asteroides
Aster asteroides, commonly known as the Aster, is a resilient perennial cherished for its vibrant, star-shaped blooms. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this medicinal plant has long been utilized in traditional herbalism to support respiratory health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness through its potent, bioactive botanical compounds.
- Scientific name: Aster asteroides
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Aster, specifically identified as Aster asteroides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aster | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Aster asteroides, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to by the names 星舌紫菀, 星舌紫菀 (simplified), and 星舌紫菀 (China), as well as 高山紫菀 and 块根紫菀.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 星舌紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 星舌紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 星舌紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh | 高山紫菀 | Wikidata |
| zh | 块根紫菀 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily concentrated within the Central Asian region. It can be found growing across the diverse landscapes of Kazakhstan and Kirgizstan. Additionally, its distribution extends into the territories of Tadzhikistan and Uzbekistan. Beyond Central Asia, the species is also documented within the South-Central regions of China. These locations define the natural habitat where Aster asteroides is most commonly located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kirgizstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Qinghai | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aster asteroides has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include catalase, flavonoids, peroxidase, superoxide dismutase, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| catalase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| peroxidase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| superoxide dismutase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trypsin inhibitor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |