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Symphyotrichum anticostense
Symphyotrichum anticostense (Fernald) G.L. Nesom
Anticosti Island Aster
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
Synonym(s): Aster anticostensis
USDA Symbol: SYAN3
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
Listed as threatened species.
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Bloom Information
Bloom Color: PurpleBloom Time: Aug , Sep
Growing Conditions
Soil Moisture: MoistSoil pH: Alkaline (pH>7.2)
CaCO3 Tolerance: High
Benefit
Attracts: ButterfliesValue to Beneficial Insects
Special Value to Native BeesThis information was provided by the Pollinator Program at The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.
Additional resources
USDA: Find Symphyotrichum anticostense in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Symphyotrichum anticostense in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Symphyotrichum anticostense
Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff