I've encountered this plant growing in the dappled understory of an oak and pine forest, located on the elevated ridge of a river bluff, ...Read Morein a slightly sandy, well-drained loam. While this particular location is a bit drier than I'd expect given the stated moisture requirements of the plant, the absence of direct sunlight is the difference maker. The plant is diminutive, but the neon tinted inflorescence makes it easy to spot when in bloom in the late spring.
I have seen this plant often on nature preserves (Zone 9 Fla.).
I never notice it unless it is in bloom (April-May).
Ne...Read Morever seems to get more than a few inches tall.
Usually found in wet (or even briefly inundated) soil.
I've encountered this plant growing in the dappled understory of an oak and pine forest, located on the elevated ridge of a river bluff, ...Read More
I have seen this plant often on nature preserves (Zone 9 Fla.).
I never notice it unless it is in bloom (April-May).
Ne...Read More