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Rose Mallow
Hibiscus laevis
33.2463, -83.9268
Field Notes
Description:
From the "Field Guide to Wildflowers of Georgia and the Surrounding States" - found in freshwater marshes, river banks, and floodplains throughout Georgia, except the mountain areas. Grows 2 to 11 feet tall. Flowers are up to 5 inches across, usually pink or white, with 5 petals and a deep pink or maroon center. Flowers June through August. Goes by the common names of "Smooth Rose Mallow" and "Marsh Mallow".
Habitat:
Georgia Piedmont / Indian Springs State Park - this specimen was growing long the shore of Lake McIntosh.
Notes:
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PublishedJuly 22, 2018
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