amsonia species

Amsonia is a genus of flowering plants in the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, first described as a genus in 1788. It is native primarily to North America with one species in East Asia and another in the eastern Mediterranean.
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bluestars
Clade:	Eudicots
Clade:	Asterids
Order:	Gentianales
Family:	Apocynaceae

Is Amsonia invasive?

Amsonia, a temperate member of the predominantly tropical dogbane family (Apocynaceae), is related to common periwinkle (Vinca minor) and frangipani (Plumeria rubra). ... Bluestars are herbaceous perennials with woody crowns that slowly increase in size but are not invasive.

Is Amsonia poisonous?

Amsonia is a member of the Dogbane Family (Apocynaceae). Family members like the infamous oleander typically have milky or viscous sap that can be loaded with highly toxic alkaloids. The Bluestars' latex sap is mildly irritating and not considered to be harmful to humans.

What does Amsonia look like?

The plant species Amsonia was given the common name "Blue Star" for its soft blue, star-shaped flowers. The individual flowers are small, but they bloom in fluffy clusters and put on a lovely show for several weeks. Blue Star flowers are one of the truest blues you will find in flower colors.

Is Amsonia a native plant?

Amsonia is a small genus with a few species offering outstanding ornamental value. A native perennial with dense clusters of pale blue spring flowers and golden fall foliage, it deserves to be included in more northeastern gardens. ...

Can Amsonia be divided?

To divide an amsonia root ball, simply cut sections of the root ball containing the plant's crown and stems with a clean, sharp knife or saw. Dividing plants like this may seem brutal but the cuts to the root ball actually stimulate plant growth both above and below the soil level.

How do I prune Amsonia?

Plants must be cut back in either the late fall or late winter to about 8 inches from the ground. Remember to wear gloves when working with Amsonia since stems release a white sap. Though not required, cutting them back again half way to the ground after flowering will result in even fuller growth.

Can cyclamen kill cats?

Cyclamens contains a toxic triterpenoid saponin, called cyclamin, in the roots. This saponin is poisonous to fish, dogs and cats. When eaten, the leaves and flowers can cause salivation, vomiting and diarrhea.

Is lamb's ear toxic to humans?

Most people are suspicious of this fuzzy herb because of its readiness to grow in full sun and dry soil. No, lamb's ears plants are not poisonous or toxic; in fact, they are quite the opposite.

Can hostas kill cats?

Hosta. These perennial plants are prized for their colorful leaves and ease of maintenance. If eaten, dogs, cats and horses may experience vomiting, diarrhea, and even symptoms of depression.

What does Amsonia mean?

1 capitalized : a genus of herbs (family Apocynaceae) having a milky juice, alternate entire leaves, and showy bluish flowers in terminal cymes, one species (A. tabernaemontana) being common in the southeastern U.S. 2 plural -s : an herb of the genus Amsonia.

How do you grow Amsonia Hubrichtii?

Amsonia hubrichtii can be propagated by seed or division. Due to irregular germination, which occurs over several weeks, division is the most reliable method of propagating this plant. For growers interested in starting amsonia from seed, sow two to three seeds per cell (128- or 72-cell plug trays work well).

What are the tiny blue flowers called?

Forget-Me-Nots Myosotis scorpioides. These tiny, sky-blue flowers grow above bright green foliage in the summer. Forget-Me-Nots have either white, pink or yellow centers.

Is Blue Star deer resistant?

This plant is resistant to damage by deer and other herbivores due to the foliage containing a toxic white latex. When propagating by seed, the seedlings will germinate quickly, but the plant will not flower until the second year.

Can I split Euphorbia?

Euphorbia polychroma propagation is best done by division in the spring. Use a garden fork to gently lift the plant from the soil and then divide the clumps by hand into smaller sections.

Should lamb's ear be cut back in the fall?

Cut it back in late fall to prevent the fuzzy leaves from rotting. Lamb's Ear will fill in gaps and bare spaces in the front of a garden bed and will hide the leafless skeletons of roses.

Is Amsonia deer resistant?

Amsonia may be planted in the spring or fall. Is amsonia deer resistant? Amsonia is tolerant to deer, they usually avoid amsonia, however if food is scarce deer may eat amsonia.

When should hydrangeas be cut back?

In late winter or early spring, these shrubs can be cut all the way back to the ground. Smooth hydrangeas will produce much larger blooms if pruned hard like this each year, but many gardeners opt for smaller blooms on sturdier stems.

What perennials should not be cut back in the fall?

Don't cut back marginally hardy perennials like garden mums (Chrysanthemum spp.), anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum), red-hot poker (Kniphofia uvaria), and Montauk daisy (Nipponanthemum nipponicum).

Should hydrangeas be cut back in the fall?

They are best pruned in fall or winter. Even if you cut canes back to ground level during dormancy, the shrubs will grow back and produce blooms in spring. However, pruning to the ground weakens the stems over time and you may have to stake the plants to keep them upright.

Is cyclamen toxic to pets?

Cyclamen contains irritating saponins, and when any part of the plant (especially the tubers or roots) are chewed or ingested by dogs and cats, it can result in clinical signs of drooling, vomiting and diarrhea.

Do lilies kill cats?

Lilies (Lilium spp and Hemerocallis spp) are extremely toxic to cats and can kill them. The entire plant is toxic. Ingesting any part of the plant can cause complete kidney failure in 36-72 hours. The toxicity may occur by ingestion of, or by mouthing, very small amounts of lily material.

Are African violets toxic to cats?

By the way, African violets are non-toxic to curious cats, dogs, and horses, according to the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants page. This information should offer some comfort to parents of curious cats that enjoy the taste of this lovely houseplant.