Variety traits

Aster Inflorescence

Aster L.

The aster inflorescence is a definitive ornamental and economic trait, classified by diameter, shape, and degree of doubleness.

In the reference 40 varieties crop Aster, where this is mentioned in the description.

During aster cultivar testing, inflorescences are evaluated based on three key parameters: diameter in centimeters, descriptive shape, and degree of doubleness. Breeding distinguishes between tubular, transitional, and ray inflorescences, which are subdivided into types: needle-like, globular, peony-flowered, pompon, and others. The degree of doubleness ranges from single to fully double forms.

Based on inflorescence size, cultivars are classified as small (up to 4 cm), medium (up to 6 cm), large (up to 10 cm), and very large (over 10 cm), with perennial species typically exhibiting smaller measurements. Inflorescence characteristics determine the suitability of a cultivar for cut flowers or landscape use, while their density and petal shape influence transportability and vase life.

General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.

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Varieties of Aster mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.