Asteraceae (Compositae) is a large family of flowering plants with 1911 genera that contains many familiar names. The name 'aster' comes from the Greek meaning a star-like form and many flowers have that starburst form. These are known as the 'daisy family'. The more popular genera include Aster, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, Helianthus (Sunflower).

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Achillea or Yarrow - colourful flowering border plants
Achillea or Yarrow - colourful flowering border plants
Gazania or African Daisy - vibrant hot colours
Gazania or African Daisy - vibrant hot colours