Variety traits

Inflorescence of China Aster

Callistephus chinensis (L.) Nees

The inflorescence of the China aster is a capitulum (head) consisting of ray and disc florets, which serves as the primary object of assessment in breeding and variety testing.

In the reference 80 varieties crop China aster, where this is mentioned in the description.

Aster inflorescence parameters are evaluated during the mass flowering phase and include diameter (from 3 to 20 cm), shape, degree of doubleness, as well as the number of inflorescences per plant and the length of the flower stalks. Depending on the cultivar type, the inflorescence shape is classified as needle-like, curly, spherical, imbricate, peony-like, and others.

Inflorescence characteristics determine cultivation practices, including planting patterns and the need for additional maintenance. Cut-flower varieties are distinguished by their large size and long stems, whereas landscape forms are focused on abundant flowering. For high-quality seed production under short growing seasons, lateral inflorescences are often removed, leaving only the central one.

General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.

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Varieties of China 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.