👉 Astrolepis is a type of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, commonly known by its common name asters. It belongs to the aster family and is native to North America. These plants are typically large and tall, with small, round leaves that are often purple or green, depending on the species. Astrolepis flowers produce clusters of flowers that can be in various sizes and shapes, ranging from small bunches to large clusters of more than 100 flowers per plant.