Family: Asteraceae Aster Family
Genus: Liatris Blazing star, Gay Feather
About 30 species of perennial herbs native to North America.
Scientific Name: Liatris spicata (L.) Willd
Common Name(s): Dense Blazing Star, Gayfeather, Dense Gay-Feather, Marsh Blazing-Star, Marsh Gay-Feather, Sessile Blazing-Star, Sessile-Headed Blazing Star
Growth Type: perennial
Species Description: Herbacious plant species that has distinct pink or lavender flowers. Found everywhere except the extreme north. Has medicinal uses that span to include use as an antibacterial or use as a diuretic.
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ID: Hrb-LTSSP-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
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Keyword(s): inflorescense
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ID: Hrb-LTSSS-004
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
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Keyword(s): inflorescense, vegetative
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