New England blazing star (Liatris novae-angliae)

New England blazing star, a reference photo — Photo: Paxton, Sir Joseph, 1803-1865. · No restrictions (licence)

Liatris novae-angliae, commonly known as the New England blazing-star, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of New England blazing star being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Liatris scariosa
Liatris ligulistylis
Liatris squarrulosa
Liatris aspera

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Liatris
Species: Liatris novae-angliae

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