Quercus

Stokes's Aster

Stokesia laevis

Native status unresolved in South Carolina

Ecological relationships

Who uses this plant?

—CaterpillarsGenus host records with ranges including SC
—BeesSoutheastern regional records
—Specialist beesPollen specialists
—BirdsRecorded genus food-resource interactions; not a state feeding claim
Growing and identification

Plant details

Family
Asteraceae
Hardiness
Zones 5a–9a
Soil pH
Acidic to neutral
Flower color
Blue, purple or white

Safety has not been reviewed for this plant; check toxicity and thorns before planting.

Growing sources and scope

Conservation status

South Carolina rankNot available
Global rankG4
SC statusNot verified
Federal statusNot verified

Conservation source Global and federal source

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