Species

Aster amellus

Etymology

Aster: From the Greek aster 'star' which the flowers resemble
amellus: The name given by Virgil to a blue aster-like plant by the River Mella

Family

Asteraceae

Flora Category

Vascular - Exotic

Structural Class

Dicotyledonous Herbs - Composites

Flower Colours

Violet / Purple,White

This page last updated on 18 Jan 2010