Symphyotrichum oblongifolium
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium aromatic aster
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Habitat & Range
Infrequent on calcareous hillsides, cliffs, and bluffs.
Mostly found in the southwest and central parts of the state.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers from late August to October.
Characteristics
Leaves entire, sessile, and weakly to strongly auriculate clasping, reduced to bracts
Stems from a rhizome or short rootstock, branched and glandular above
Plant Codes
S-rank: S4 (Apparently secure)
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium aromatic aster
Synonyms: Aster oblongifolius
Symphyotrichum oblongifolium gallery
Plant Life-Form
perennial forb
Common Names
aromatic aster
fragrant aster
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