aster ptarmicoides

noun

Meaning

A perennial wildflower native to North America, characterized by clusters of small, white, ray-floreted flower heads and narrow, grass-like leaves.

Examples

  • The aster ptarmicoides is often found growing in rocky or sandy soil.
  • Gardeners appreciate the aster ptarmicoides for its ability to attract native pollinators.

Synonyms: upland white aster, white prairie aster, sneezewort goldenrod, wildflower