Showy Aster
NameShowy Aster
Species NameSymphyotrichum spectabile
Common NameShowy Aster
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, no woody trunk
Foliage Typedeciduous broadleaf
Height (cm)50
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant purple-pink daisy-like flowers, herbaceous growth, native wildflower.
Description
This specimen is a wild Showy Aster plant, characterized by its upright herbaceous stem and a cluster of vibrant purple-pink daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. It is not cultivated as a bonsai, but naturally exhibits an informal upright growth habit.
