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Etymology: Dracocephalum: Greek dracon for "dragon" and cephale for head, referring to form of corolla in original species
Plants: erect, annual/biennial/perennial, 8"-30" tall forb, aromatic, short lived; stems square; taprooted Leaves: opposite, serrated, stalked Flowers: purple, 5-parted, 1/3" long, irregularly tube-shaped; ![]() Fruits: 1-seeded nutlet Habitat: dry; disturbed areas, railroad ballast; in limy, rocky soil Conservation Status: Native
Floristic Rating: Wetland Indicator = FACU USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS): Images of seeds, fruits, embryos, etc. USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS): Images of seeds, fruits, embryos, etc. USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS): Images of seeds, fruits, embryos, etc. Southwest School of Botanical Medicine: Britton & Brown Illustrated Flora - 2nd Edition (1913) "An Illustrated Flora of the Northern United States and Canada"
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