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Mexican Petunia

Ruellia brittoniana

Photo by joanbstanley
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Description:

Up to 4' tall stem with dark green, lancolate leaves. Spreads by root and flings seed. Porple, petunia-like flower. Also pink and white varieties.

Habitat:

Soil adaptable. Moist to dry, sun to a good bit of shade.

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Flowers of the Southeastern United States
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Flowers of North America
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PublishedMarch 16, 2012

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