Symphyotrichum lateriflorum

A common white aster with lots of small flowers attracting insects. Found mostly in old fields, roadsides, disturbed areas but can be seen in forest edges & openings. See Botphoto.info for ID help.

Mentioned in Solidago

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
calico aster
Type: 
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Attracts butterflies/pollinators
Can be weedy

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