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Michaelmas Daisy
Herb Icon Cultivated Flower     Edible Symbol    Pet Toxicity
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Aster Amellus
Order: Asterales Family: Asteraceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Michaelmas Daisy
MainColor Violet
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season August
ImageUrl Aster-001
Photographer DP
Location Kings Langley
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Aster Amellus is a perennial herbaceous plant with a height ranging from 30 to 60 cm. It features vibrant purple-blue ray florets surrounding a yellow central disc, blooming from late summer to autumn. The leaves are lanceolate and arranged alternately along the stem.

Distribution

This species is native to Europe and parts of Asia, thriving in dry, calcareous grasslands and open woodlands.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility Edible Symbol  

Edible - young leaves can be consumed raw or cooked, though they are not commonly used in cuisine.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - safe for domestic animals if ingested.

Active Compounds

Flavonoids, saponins, tannins.

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