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Aster (Asteraceae)

ISM Herbarium : Prairie Herbs : Aster (Asteraceae)

Aster prealtus (Willow Aster)
This specimen of Willow Aster shows a dense cluster of lavender flower heads at the top of a plant.
Willow Aster grows in wet areas such as wet prairies and along streams. It flowers in late summer to fall.

Collection of the Illinois State Museum
ISM Herbarium Sheet #: 83138

<i>Aster prealtus</i> (Willow Aster)

ISM Herbarium : Prairie Herbs : Aster (Asteraceae)

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