Purple Aster

The Purple Aster is a variety of aster that is grown for its pretty purple petals.

Purple Asters are a type of aster that grow in varying shades of lavender and lilac, making the flower much more than just an ordinary perennial. They are grown as ornamentals as well as calla lilies, which have deep green leaves and lush blooms with reddish-purple petals. Purple Asters have been used since ancient times as well as by the Maya, Incas, and Chinese.

These flowers originates from Asia, Europe, North Africa and Australia. Purple Asters are members of the genus Helianthemum, which contains over two hundred species of plants. The purple variety of the purple aster is a hybrid between “Helianthemum nummularium” and “Helianthemum leucanthemum”.

The Purple Aster is a perennial that grows in clusters on an upright stem. The leaves are usually oppositely arranged. The flowers of the Purple Aster range from light purple to dark violet. The blooms are typically 1″ in diameter and are surrounded by a number of slender stems.

The plant’s inner and outer petals have a slender, upright cone shape and they tend to curl upwards as they age. The flower’s color ranges from light lavender to purple or dark violet, depending on the type of flower. A wide range of colors is possible when the flowers bloom during different times throughout the year.

What is Purple Aster? 

The Aster is a perennial plant that belongs to the genus Helianthemum (sun rose). There are over 200 species of this flower. The variety that is used as an ornamental belongs to the complex of “Helianthemum nummularium” and “Helianthemum leucanthemum”. It originally comes from Asia, Australia, Northern Africa and Europe.

The Purple Aster is available in a range of colors; the color mostly depends on where it was grown or when it was harvested.

Characteristics Of Purple Aster

1. A perennial plant that grows in clusters on an upright stem.
2. The leaves are usually oppositely arranged.
3. The flowers of the Purple Aster range from light purple to dark violet. The blooms are typically 1″ in diameter and are surrounded by a number of slender stems
4. The plant’s inner and outer petals have a slender, upright cone shape and they tend to curl upwards as they age
5. The color ranges from light lavender to purple or dark violet, depending on the type of flower
6. A wide range of colors is possible when the flowers bloom during different times throughout the year.

How To Take Care Of Purple Aster

1. Aster is a perennial plant that grows on an upright stem.
2. Purple Aster requires moist soil outdoors.
3. The plant needs direct sunlight, but it must not be exposed to the direct rays of the sun for long periods of time.
4. These flowers needs water twice daily or when there are insufficient rains for two days
5. It also requires some shade in summer and moderate temperatures during winter; it also needs cool temperatures during winter in cold areas or areas where frost occurs frequently
6. Aster requires special care in the winter. It should be protected from temperatures below freezing and strong winds
7. That flower is a perennial plant that does not require any special care in the spring.
8. Purple Aster is an annual plant that blooms and dies within one or two seasons after it blooms for the first time
9. The problems most commonly observed with the Purple Aster are overwatering and insect infestation & diseases such as powdery mildew and rusts

How To Grow Purple Aster

1. Purple Aster is a perennial plant that grows on an upright stem
2. These flowers can be planted in the spring in areas with mild winters and warm summers
3. The soil should be loose, dry and well-drained.
4. Space the plants 2 to 3 feet apart from each other
5. These flowers requires partial shade and some water twice daily or when there are insufficient rains for two days during the summer months
6. Purple Aster requires cool temperatures during winter in cold areas or areas where frost occurs frequently

These flowers is usually used as an ornamental plant because of its purple petals. The flowers are usually placed as centerpieces or bouquets. They may also be used in funerals to express condolences or sympathy when they wilt away. 

Is Aster poisonous?

Yes, some parts of the plant are poisonous. The leaves or seeds are not toxic to humans when they are ingested but they can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. They may also cause mouth and throat irritation.

The most common symptoms that occur after ingesting the plant include burning of the mouth and throat, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.

These symptoms come from a compound called protoanemonin, which is found in the sap of Aster plants; it is also found in Hemlock plants. It is also poisonous to mammals and birds.

Add the Purple Aster flower to a vase of water. Add larger leaves and stems as well, such as tulips or hydrangeas. These decorative plants are great additions to arrangements that are made from other flowers. Purple Asters are popular for weddings because they last for a long time, making them attractive to guests during the marriage ceremony and then at the reception afterwards.