Aster diplostephioides

Physical Characteristics

Aster diplostephioides is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Himalayas from Kashmir to Sikkim

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Antidote Febrifuge Haemostatic Tonic This plant is said to have medicinal properties, but no details were given in the report[145]. The flowers are used in Tibetan medicine, they are said to have a bitter taste and a cooling potency[241]. Antidote, febrifuge, haemostatic and tonic, they are used in the treatment of infectious fevers, influenza, nose bleeds, poisoning, sores from environmental poisoning and an inability to stretch or contract the limbs[241].

Known Hazards

None known