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To 1.5M. Erect, hairy annual herb on perennial rootstock, aquatic.
Stem-clasping small narrow leaves.
Clusters of 3-5 tubular, purple to magenta flowers with spreading petals forming a crowded spike-like panicleSept to Apr.
To 1.5M. Erect, hairy annual herb on perennial rootstock, aquatic.
Stem-clasping small narrow leaves.
Clusters of 3-5 tubular, purple to magenta flowers with spreading petals forming a crowded spike-like panicleSept to Apr.