Symphyotrichum novi-belgii (New york aster) — Backlit, Thalkirchen, Germany, 2023

HA-0155 · Backlit, Thalkirchen, Germany, 10/2023, Julian Auch

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii (New york aster) — HD Scan, Thalkirchen, Germany, 2025

HA-0204 · HD Scan, Thalkirchen, Germany, 09/2025, Julian Auch

HA-0205 · HD Scan, Thalkirchen, Germany, 09/2025, Julian Auch

HA-0206 · HD Scan, Thalkirchen, Germany, 09/2025, Julian Auch

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii (New york aster) — Photograph, Thalkirchen, Germany, 2025

HA-0207 · Photograph, Thalkirchen, Germany, 09/2025, Julian Auch

New york asterSymphyotrichum novi-belgii

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii, commonly known as New York aster, is a perennial wildflower native to eastern North America. It is typically found in moist meadows, stream banks, and open woodland edges. The plant is distinguished by its profusion of daisy-like flower heads, each with purple to pink rays surrounding a bright yellow center, blooming from late summer into autumn. Its upright stems and narrow leaves create dense, leafy clumps that add texture to natural landscapes. As one of the last wildflowers to bloom before winter, Symphyotrichum novi-belgii provides an important late-season nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Scientific Name

Symphyotrichum novi-belgii

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

Lifespan

Perennial

Blossom Color

Purple

Blossom Symmetry

Radial