Pine barren whitetop aster
Pine barren whitetop aster is a perennial herb distinguished by its yellow, daisy-like flowers and net-veined leaves. Thriving in moist, woodland environments, its rigid stems rise to about 1-2 feet tall, supporting flowers with a central disk and radiating petals that attract various pollinators. The reticulated foliage, coupled with the plant's preference for partial shade, reflects a life well-adapted to the understory's dappled light.