September’s birth flower is the star-shaped aster, with the morning glory as its secondary bloom. The aster’s daisy-like flowers symbolize wisdom, faith, and valor — a thoughtful emblem for the month that bridges summer and autumn.
September’s birth flowers at a glance
- Primary flower: Aster (Aster)
- Secondary flower: Morning Glory
- Core meanings: wisdom, faith, valor, and love
- Best for: birthday bouquets, meaningful tattoos, and seasonal gifts
The aster: September’s primary birth flower
The aster takes its name from the Greek word for “star,” and its radiating petals make the reason obvious. Blooming into autumn when many flowers fade, it symbolizes wisdom, faith, valor, and love, and it has long been a token of patience and refined elegance.
In Greek myth, asters were said to have sprung from the tears of the goddess Astraea, and the Greeks believed the flowers could ward off evil. Asters were laid on the graves of fallen soldiers as a symbol of remembrance and valor, deepening their association with honor.
What aster colors mean
Color shapes the message as much as the flower itself:
- Purple aster — wisdom, royalty, and grace
- Pink aster — sensitivity, love, and devotion
- White aster — purity and innocence
- Red aster — devotion and deep love
The morning glory: September’s secondary birth flower
The morning glory (Ipomoea) unfurls its trumpet blooms at dawn and fades by afternoon, a daily cycle that gives it layered meaning: affection, the fleeting nature of life, and enduring love. Its brief, brilliant flowers make it a poignant companion to the aster.
September birth flower tattoo ideas
The aster’s star-like form makes for charming, intricate tattoos, from single blooms to clustered sprays.
- A single star-shaped aster on the wrist or shoulder
- Fine-line asters in a meaningful color
- An aster paired with the September birthstone (sapphire) in blue tones
- Trailing morning glory vines for a soft, romantic design
- A family birth-flower bouquet featuring September’s aster
Gift ideas for someone born in September
Asters bring late-season color and rich symbolism, making them a thoughtful September birthday gift.
- A bouquet of asters in purples and pinks for autumn color
- Potted asters to brighten a late-season garden
- Sapphire-and-floral jewelry tying in the September birthstone
- Morning glory seeds for a climbing summer display
- Botanical prints featuring asters or morning glories
Caring for September’s flowers
Asters thrive in full sun with moist, well-drained soil and reward you with masses of blooms in late summer and autumn; divide clumps every few years to keep them vigorous. Morning glories are easy climbers — sow seeds in spring, give them a support to twine around, and enjoy their fresh blooms each morning.
September birth flower FAQs
What is the birth flower for September?
September has two birth flowers: the aster, its primary flower, and the morning glory. The aster symbolizes wisdom and faith, while the morning glory represents affection and the fleeting nature of life.
What does the September aster symbolize?
The aster symbolizes wisdom, faith, valor, and love. Its star-like shape and late-season bloom have long made it a flower of patience, elegance, and remembrance.
Why is the aster September’s birth flower?
Asters bloom into the autumn just as September arrives, and their associations with wisdom and valor made them a fitting emblem for the month.
What do aster colors mean?
Purple asters symbolize wisdom and royalty, pink stands for sensitivity and love, white for purity and innocence, and red for devotion.
What do September birth flower tattoos mean?
A September birth flower tattoo features an aster or morning glory and represents wisdom, love, and remembrance, often chosen to mark a September birthday.
Explore other months
See the full birth flowers by month guide, or visit August and October.