This description is for Aster amellus: Hailing from the slopes of European mountains such as the Alps and the Pyrenees, it can also be found in other regions of the world such as Central Asia and Turkey. The European Michaelmas Daisy, or Aster amellus, is a lovely little plant. It flowers with vibrant lilac and yellow blooms, making them perfect for adding colour later in the season. There are different types of this plant, each differing slightly in appearance; these include the King George, Framfieldii, Veilchenkonigin and the Jacqueline Genebrier.