Dotted Blazing Star
Liatris punctata
Liatris punctata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae known by the common names dotted gayfeather, dotted blazingstar, and narrow-leaved blazingstar. It is native to North America, where it occurs throughout the plains of central Canada, the central United States, and northern Mexico.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Liatris punctata |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Height | 1-2 ft |
| Bloom time | Aug-Sep |
| Sun | Full sun |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Soil | Sand, gravel |
| Wildlife value | Driest-site liatris; deep taproot; late nectar |
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Image Credits
- Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA (CC BY-SA 2.0)