Dense Blazing Star  

-Inherent characters-
Some 35 species occur in North America. Also called "Kirin-Giku". Spicata is a typical species for horticulture.
-Scientific name-
Liatris spicata
-Common name-
Dense Blazing Star
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names   Riatorisu-supikata,Kirin-Giku
Family   Plumbaginaceae
Origin   North America
Horticultural classification   Perennial
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan   Central and northward
What color is it?
Flower  

Leaf  
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
         

         
What size is it?
Plant height   90cm
Flower diameter    
Inflorescence diameter    
Inflorescence length   15-30cm