Scaly blazing star, Alabama blazing star

Liatris squarrosa

Physical Characteristics

Liatris squarrosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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

Eastern N. America - Ontario to Pennsylvania, Virginia, Florida, South Dakota and Texas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Diuretic Poultice Tonic The root is diuretic and tonic[4, 61, 238]. A poultice made from the roots is applied to snake bites[238].

Known Hazards

None known