| Wildflower Information for Symphyotrichum shortii | |
|---|---|
| Common name(s) | Short's aster |
| Family | Asteraceae (Aster family) |
| Flowers | color: purple petals: many |
| Leaves | alternate |
| Lifecycle | perennial |
| Peak bloom period | October |
| Origin | native |
Wildflowers of the National Capital Region
Discovering wildflowers in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia
Symphyotrichum shortii
Common name: Short's aster