What is another word for late purple aster?
Pronunciation: [lˈe͡ɪt pˈɜːpə͡l ˈastə] (IPA) 
The late purple aster is a beautiful perennial plant that blooms in late summer and early fall. Its scientific name is symphyotrichum patens, but it is also known by several other names. Some of the synonyms for the late purple aster include spreading aster, blue wood aster, and wild blue aster. It is also sometimes referred to as Michaelmas daisy, which comes from the name of the Christian feast day of St. Michael, which falls on September 29th. The late purple aster is a popular garden plant in many regions of North America, and is valued for its abundant late-season blooms and easy cultivation.
