Mistflower (Eupatorium coelestinum)

Family: Composite Family (Compositae)

Other Names: Blue Bonnet

Origin: Native

Historic First Bloom Seen: September 2*

GPS For Stand: N 39°04.462' W 84°25.006'

Interesting Facts: This colonial perennial occurs in a small population in the meadow area of the preserve. It has been cultivated as a common garden flower.

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.