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Plant Name:

Common Blue Wood Aster

Scientific Name:

Symphyotrichum cordifolium

Description:

Common Blue Wood Aster is a perennial wildflower with clusters of blue or purple daisy-like flowers. It has heart-shaped leaves and grows in an upright form.

Habitat:

Woodlands, meadows, prairies

Fauna:

Common Blue Wood Aster attracts a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. The plant also provides nectar for late-season pollinators.

Growing Conditions:

Common Blue Wood Aster prefers well-drained soils and full sun to part shade.

Uses:

Common Blue Wood Aster is often used in native plant gardens and naturalized areas. It adds color to late summer and fall landscapes.

Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):

No

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Poisonous:

No

Fun Facts:

Common Blue Wood Aster is also known as "Heart-leaved Aster". It is native to eastern North America.

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