The Blazing Stars are a part of the Aster family. The Scaly Blazing Star can be found all across the United States, but has more of a population in the Southeast. They grow well with Ironweed, Tall Goldenrod, and ornamental grasses.

Most common mis-identification comes from other plants from the Liatris genus. You do not need to worry about the other plants in the same genus as they are native to the area. (Picture of Prairie Blazing Star).