Asteraceae/Compositae (Aster/Composit Family)
Synonyms: Dense Blazing Star, Dense Gayfeather, Dense Liatris, Marsh Blazing Star, Marsh Gayfeather, Marsh Liatris
Base Flower Color: Purple, Pink
Reproductive Phenology: Jul, Aug, Sept
Notes: Many butterflies, moths and hummingbirds visit this plant along with the praying mantis that feed on them! A lot of the butterflies will show wing damage from encounters with the mantis.
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