Aster glehnii

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Kitamuria glehnii

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. As a member of the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae, it is classified under the genus Aster. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined as Aster glehnii.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern primarily concentrated within the temperate regions of Eastern Asia. Its presence is notably documented throughout the islands of Japan and the Korean Peninsula. Moving northward, the species can be found in the Russian Far East, specifically inhabiting Sakhalin. Additionally, it extends its range to the Kuril Islands within the same Russian territory. Collectively, these locations define the natural geographical boundaries of Aster glehnii.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Aster glehnii is characterized by its preference for specific hydrological and geological conditions, primarily thriving in riparian environments and areas adjacent to rivers. It is most frequently found colonizing stony places, where the presence of rocky substrates and coarse sediment provides the necessary drainage and stability for its root systems. This preference for stony, riverine habitats suggests an adaptation to fluctuating water levels and well-drained, mineral-rich soil compositions common to alluvial zones.

Habitat :

rivers, stony places

Life history

The life history of Aster glehnii is characterized by its classification as a perennial species, meaning it maintains its life cycle over multiple years rather than completing it in a single growing season. This perennial nature allows the plant to establish a robust presence within its habitat, contributing to its long-term survival and ability to withstand seasonal environmental fluctuations. Unlike annuals that die after flowering or biennials that typically flower in their second year, the life cycle of Aster glehnii involves continuous vegetative growth and repeated reproductive efforts over successive years. This sustained lifecycle supports the plant's ability to persist in its ecological niche, facilitating long-term population stability through recurring growth patterns.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Aster glehnii is characterized by its herbaceous growth form, manifesting as a non-woody plant. It typically develops as a herb or forb, reaching a plant height that ranges from a minimum of 1 m to a maximum of 1.5 m.

Growth form :

herb

Plant height max:

1.5 m

Plant height min:

1 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Aster glehnii is characterized by a specific flowering window and the production of minute seeds. The flowering period for this species typically begins in July and continues through to September, though the timing can be variable. During this reproductive phase, the plant produces seeds that are notably small and uniform in size; the seed mass is consistently recorded at a mean, minimum, and maximum of 0.00026 g, indicating a highly standardized seed weight for the species.

Flowering time :

Jul

Flowering time :

Sep

Seed mass mean:

0.00026 g

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Aster glehnii has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Antioxidant

1. FEBS open bio

Conditions

Aster glehnii has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Inflammation, Oxidative Stress.

Inflammation

1. International journal of molecular sciences

Oxidative stress

1. International journal of molecular sciences

Preparations

Aster glehnii has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Essential oils.

Essential oils

1. FEBS open bio