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Definition of new england aster

new england aster

Plural:New England asters
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North American A tall, herbaceous perennial flowering plant (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) native to North America, characterized by clusters of bright purple, pink, or bluish daisy-like flowers with yellow centers that bloom in late summer and autumn.

Example

"The gardener planted New England asters in the perennial border to provide late-season nectar for migrating monarch butterflies."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Though historically classified in the genus Aster, botanical reclassification has moved it to the genus Symphyotrichum, yet it strictly retains its traditional common name.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of New england aster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/new-england-aster
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