The star Grumium, formally designated as 32Xi Dra, is a relatively small, magnitude 3.384, subgiant star nestled within the Dra constellation. It is located 112.2 light-years from Earth in the direction of the constellation Draco. Grumium boasts a visuall

Grumium has a remarkably unique position within the night sky for a star of its type. It isn’t typically associated with any significant luminosity or significant planetary activity, despite its relatively stable motion. Its spectral type is consistently red, reflecting the intense light it has retained over billions of years. Notably, Grumium does not seem to exhibit significant emission lines, which reduces the chances that it is emitting stellar spectral types or that it is a planetary nebula at all. The star exhibits a notable parallax of 29.06 mas, a constant value that has been recorded over the last 300 years, allowing for precise measurements. It is likely a relatively cold giant, exhibiting low surface temperatures and significant internal activity, potentially forming an accretion disk around the core.

It is possible that a researcher might seek out Grumium as a deliberate, somewhat contemplative design element in their work, perhaps suggesting a quiet observation or a yearning for profound understanding. Its enduring presence evokes a poignant sense of historical time, a reminder of the constant evolution of the cosmos and its silent beauty. The choice of Grumium offers a serene contrast to many bright, expansive stars.

How to see it

Grumium has a visual magnitude of about 3.38: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Grumium: right ascension 17h 53m 32s, declination +56° 52′ 23″ (J2000), on the celestial sphere.

Catalog context

Grumium. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 32Xi Dra, HIP 87585, HD 163588, Gaia DR3 1421593566062037120.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 1421593566062037120

HIP

87585

HD

163588

gaia_dr3

1421593566062037120

Bayer / Flamsteed

32Xi Dra

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

3.38