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(Physostegia pulchella)
Showy False Dragonhead (Physostegia pulchella)
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Photo by: Laura Clark | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Laura Clark | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2016-05-26T09:00:25-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Physostegia pulchella, commonly known as Showy False Dragonhead, is a deciduous perennial herb native to riparian zones, wet meadows, and stream banks in Texas. It typically grows to a height of 2 feet (0.6 meters) and a width of 1 foot (0.3 meters). This plant is characterized by its upright form and spikes of tubular flowers that are a mix of purple and pink, blooming profusely in the spring and summer. The flowers are quite showy and can add a splash of color to garden settings.
Showy False Dragonhead is valued for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a beneficial addition to wildlife gardens. It is often used in border plantings, water garden settings, and as a naturalizing species in moist areas. It requires consistent moisture and thrives in full sun to part shade. While it prefers soils with slow or medium drainage, it is adaptable to various soil types as long as they remain moist. Gardeners should be aware that it can spread aggressively by rhizomes and may require management to keep it within bounds.CC BY-SA 4.0
Showy False Dragonhead is valued for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a beneficial addition to wildlife gardens. It is often used in border plantings, water garden settings, and as a naturalizing species in moist areas. It requires consistent moisture and thrives in full sun to part shade. While it prefers soils with slow or medium drainage, it is adaptable to various soil types as long as they remain moist. Gardeners should be aware that it can spread aggressively by rhizomes and may require management to keep it within bounds.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 3-6 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Purple, Pink
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to riparian zones, wet meadows, and stream banks in Texas
Other Names
Common Names: Beautiful False Dragon-Head
Scientific Names: , Physostegia pulchella,
GBIF Accepted Name: Physostegia pulchella Lundell