Aster (Asteraceae)
ISM Herbarium
: Prairie Herbs
: Aster (Asteraceae)
Aster prealtus (Willow Aster)
This specimen of Willow Aster shows the entire plant from flower clusters to root system. The alternate leaves are pointed and narrow, measuring up to 5 inches long and 3/4" wide. Each lavender flower head is about an inch wide with 20-40 ray flowers around a yellow disk. The plant grows in wet areas.
Collection of the Illinois State Museum
ISM Herbarium Sheet #: 95048

ISM Herbarium
: Prairie Herbs
: Aster (Asteraceae)
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