Aster-Smooth
Aster laevis L.
| Family | Aster (Asteraceae) |
|---|---|
| Bloom | Fall |
| Habitat | Dry, sun, dunes, fields, meadows, roadsides |
| Status | Native |
| Cycle | Perennial |
| Height | 1-3′ |
| Flower | Showy and conspicuous with many flowers per plant. Each flower has 15-20 petals that range in color from purple or pale blue to white. Petals surround a yellow center disk. |
| Leaf | Leaves are thick and variable in size and shape but are somewhat elongated. Leaves are smaller toward the top of the plant. |
| Notes | Stems and leaf surfaces are smooth. |
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