About Aster scaber Moench, 1802
Doellingeria scabra (synonym Aster scaber Moench, 1802) grows up to 1.2 meters (4 ft) tall, with erect stems. It produces hermaphroditic flowers that bloom between August and October, and its seeds ripen between September and November. Pollen exchange is aided by insect pollinators such as bees and flies, and this species is also capable of self-fertilization. Its green leaves are cordate-shaped with palmate venation; leaf edges are serrated and jagged, resembling saw blades. Trichomes are present across the entire leaf surface. This species is native to Eurasia, and it is actively cultivated in the temperate regions of Korea for various uses. Doellingeria scabra occurs naturally in woods and thickets, particularly on hills and low mountains. It grows well in forest clearings and warm temperate areas. Ideal conditions for this plant include moist soil and full sun. It can be cultivated in lightly sandy, loamy, or clay soils with adequate drainage, and it cannot grow in shade.
