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Small White Aster
Symphyotrichum racemosum
In the United States:
Native
· also called smooth white oldfield aster, small-flower white aster, rice button aster
Late-season bloomer that provides nectar and pollen to honeybees and other pollinators as other floral resources decline. Grows in moist to wet habitats such as meadows, marshes, and woodland edges; attracts native bees and butterflies.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | August–October |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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