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(Rhexia petiolata)
Fringed Meadowbeauty (Rhexia petiolata)
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Photo by: Austin Pursley | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Austin Pursley | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-07-24T10:04:39-07:00 |
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Summary
Rhexia petiolata, commonly known as Fringed Meadowbeauty, is a deciduous perennial herb native to wet pine flatwoods, savannas, and bogs in the Southeastern United States. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and a width of 0.5 feet (0.2 meters). This plant features narrow, lance-shaped leaves and bears showy pink to purple flowers with fringed petals during the summer months, which are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Fringed Meadowbeauty is valued for its vibrant flowers and ability to thrive in wet conditions, making it suitable for rain gardens, bog gardens, and naturalized areas. It is also used for border planting in garden settings. This species prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and requires medium to high amounts of water, along with soils that provide fast drainage. While it is not commonly afflicted by diseases, it can be sensitive to drought and may require additional watering during prolonged dry spells. Fringed Meadowbeauty is not known for being invasive and is a charming addition to gardens that aim to support local ecosystems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Fringed Meadowbeauty is valued for its vibrant flowers and ability to thrive in wet conditions, making it suitable for rain gardens, bog gardens, and naturalized areas. It is also used for border planting in garden settings. This species prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and requires medium to high amounts of water, along with soils that provide fast drainage. While it is not commonly afflicted by diseases, it can be sensitive to drought and may require additional watering during prolonged dry spells. Fringed Meadowbeauty is not known for being invasive and is a charming addition to gardens that aim to support local ecosystems.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 0.25-0.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, Purple
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Water Garden
Natural Habitat
Wet pine flatwoods, savannas, and bogs in the Southeastern United States
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Rhexia petiolata, Rhexia ciliosa,
GBIF Accepted Name: Rhexia petiolata Walter