Swamp Aster
Symphyotrichum puniceum
Symphyotrichum puniceum (formerly Aster puniceus), is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to eastern North America. It is commonly known as purplestem aster, red-stalk aster, red-stemmed aster, red-stem aster, and swamp aster. It also has been called early purple aster, cocash, swanweed, and meadow scabish.
Quick Facts
| Scientific name | Symphyotrichum puniceum |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Height | 2-5 ft |
| Bloom time | Aug-Oct |
| Sun | Full sun to part shade |
| Moisture | Wet |
| Soil | Muck |
| Wildlife value | Late nectar for wet ground; purple-tinged stems |
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Image Credits
- University of Minnesota Bell Museum (CC0)
- Shaun Pogacnik (CC0)