Chapman's Blazing Star

Liatris chapmanii

Physical Characteristics

Liatris chapmanii is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

N. America.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Cancer The plant contains the substance 'liatrin', which has anticancer properties[238].

Known Hazards

None known