Family: Melastomataceae
handsome-harry, more..., Virginia meadow-beauty, wing-stem meadow-pitchers
[Rhexia purshii Spreng., more, Rhexia septemnervia Walter, Rhexia stricta Pursh, Rhexia virginica var. purshii L., Rhexia virginica var. septemnervia L., Rhexia virginica var. virginica L.]
Etymology: Rhexia: name used by Pliny for some unknown plant Plants: erect, perennial, 8"-24" tall forb; stems almost square and narrowly winged Leaves: opposite, oval to lance-like, hairy Flowers: pink, 4-parted, 1"-1 1/2" wide, back often hairy; inflorescence a terminal cluster (cyme) of stalked flowers; blooms July-Sept. Fruits: capsule Habitat: moist meadows, ditches; in wet sandy-peaty soil Conservation Status: Special Concern
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