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Eastern Bluestar

Herb Icon Cultivated Flower       Pet Toxicity
Image of Eastern Bluestar
Amsonia Tabernaemontana
Order: Gentianales Family: Apocynaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Eastern Bluestar
MainColor Blue
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Growth Type Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season July
ImageUrl Amsonia-001
Photographer DP
Location City of London
Human Toxicity Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Eastern Bluestar is a perennial plant known for its star-shaped, pale blue flowers that bloom in late spring. It typically grows to a height of 60–90 cm and features narrow, lance-shaped leaves that turn a golden yellow in autumn.

Distribution

This species is native to the southeastern United States, often found in open woods, thickets, and along streams.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - The plant is not considered safe for consumption.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - There are no known toxic effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - Safe for pets with no known harmful effects.

Active Compounds

None known.

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