Symphyotrichum patens (Late Purple Aster) is a species of perennial herb in the family Asteraceae. They have a self-supporting growth form. They are native to The Contiguous United States, Eastern North America, and The Americas. They have simple, broad leaves and achenes. Flowers are visited by Nimble Ceratina, Lasioglossum quebecense, Say's Cuckoo-leaf-cutter, and Common Eastern Bumblebee. Individuals can grow to 0.76 m.
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