63,162 observationsEndangered
New England aster
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Asterales βΊFamily: Asteraceae βΊGenus: Symphyotrichum
About
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (formerly Aster novae-angliae), the New England aster, hairy Michaelmas-daisy, or Michaelmas daisy, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to eastern North America, and has been introduced to Europe. The seeds and nectar of this fall-flowering species are important to a wide variety of animals. Numerous cultivars have been developed and the species is a popular garden plant, especially in Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of New England aster is Symphyotrichum novae-angliae.
- New England aster belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- New England aster belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- New England aster belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- New England aster belongs to the order Asterales.
- New England aster belongs to the family Asteraceae.
- New England aster belongs to the genus Symphyotrichum.