ExplorePlants

American asters

Symphyotrichum

American asters are beautiful flowers that bloom in late summer and fall. They come in many colors like purple, pink, and white, and attract butterflies and bees.

Habitat: Fields and gardens

Appearance

The American asters has a vibrant, daisy-like appearance with numerous slender petals radiating from a dense yellow or reddish-brown center. Flowers are often purple, blue, pink, or white, creating a star-like shape. They typically grow in bushy clumps.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusSymphyotrichum
American asters
deciduous trait badgeflowering trait badgeornamental trait badgesummer_blooming trait badge
American asters

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

Be the first to snap!

Interesting facts

Indigenous peoples traditionally used parts of aster plants for various medicines!

Many aster species provide vital food and shelter for butterfly caterpillars!

Some asters can change their flower color as they age to signal insects!

Their fluffy, wind-blown seeds are a favorite snack for hungry birds in winter.

Special abilities

Ability

Late Bloomers' Feast

American asters can bloom late into fall, providing essential nectar for migrating insects and bees.

Ability

Pollinator Beacon

American asters have bright, colorful flowers that attract a wide variety of butterflies and native bees.

Ability

Tough Root System

American asters have strong underground rhizomes that help them spread and survive harsh winter conditions.

Measurements & details

Height
30-200 cm
Spread
30-100 cm
Flower Size
1-5 cm
Bloom Season
Late summer to fall
Edible
No
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Fall Aster

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always check with an adult before picking flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is American asters?

30-200 cm

How wide does American asters spread?

30-100 cm

How big are the flowers on American asters?

1-5 cm

When does American asters bloom?

Late summer to fall

Is American asters edible?

No

Is American asters toxic?

None

What is American asters's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is American asters pollinated?

Insect

Snap Map

Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.

Loading map…

Recent Snaps

Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.

Where to spot

More Plants