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Italian Aster (Aster amellus)

Aster amellus, also known as European Michaelmas-Daisy, is a hardy perennial herb. It produces vibrant, daisy-like flowers from late summer to autumn, providing nectar fo

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, loamy soil

Temperature

Moderate

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low to Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade

At least 6 hours of direct sun

Water

Moderate

Maintain consistent moisture

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, loamy soil

Temperature

Moderate

Hardy in temperate climates (15-25 °C ideal)

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low to Moderate

Apply balanced fertilizer in spring

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Winter dormancy

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

3-5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Kalimares amellus (L.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusAster
  • speciesAster amellus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic to humans and pets.

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