Aster koraiensis

Nakai

Asteraceae Edible: Flowers, Leaves 81 iNaturalist observations

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Summary

A perennial aster with hermaphrodite flowers pollinated by insects. Grows well in light sandy, medium loamy, or heavy clay soils that are well-drained and moist. Tolerates mildly acidic, neutral, and mildly alkaline pH. Can tolerate semi-shade in light woodland conditions or full sun.

Description

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked.

Traditional Uses

The young leaves are cooked. The flowers are eaten.

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Medicinal Uses

None known

Distribution

It is a temperate plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Korea,

Cultivation

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in most good garden soils, preferring one that is well-drained and moisture retentive. Prefers a sunny position. Most species in this genus seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus.

Propagation

Seed - surface sow in spring in a cold frame. Do not allow the compost to become dry. Pre-chilling the seed for two weeks can improve germination rates. Germination usually takes place within 2 weeks at 20°c. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn.