Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
273728

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 2: 383 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273060



Common Names

  • Physostegia parviflora
  • Small-Flowered Physostegia
  • Parviflora Physostegia


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Synonyms

  • Moldavica parviflora Britton [unknown]
  • Physostegia imbricata Benth. [unknown]
  • Physostegia virginiana parviflora (Nutt. ex DC.) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Dracocephalum nuttallii Britton [unknown]

Description

Physostegia parviflora (also called Obedient Plant, False Dragonhead, and Summer Snapdragon, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to North America. It has tall spikes of pink, white, or purple flowers and grows in moist meadows, prairies, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Physostegia parviflora is a perennial plant native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physostegia parviflora is a pink, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physostegia parviflora is a perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Physostegia parviflora

Physostegia parviflora is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Physostegia parviflora FAQ

What are the common names for Physostegia parviflora?

Small-flowered physostegia and small-flowered false dragonhead

What is the native range of Physostegia parviflora?

United States

What is the optimal growing environment for Physostegia parviflora?

Full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and moderate temperatures

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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