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Purple Deadnettle

Lamium purpureum

Photo by jeslowery
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Field Notes

Description:

Also called "Red Deadnettle" and "Purple Archangel" - non-native invasive species in North America. Grows in groups usually.

Habitat:

Grassy area near woodland.

Reference Links:

US Wildflower - Purple Deadnettle, Red Deadnettle, Purple Archangel - Lamium pu…

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Comments (3)
Maria dB
I have many in my yard and have been wondering about trying them in a salad. :)
jeslowery
No - I didn't know that! I learn something new every day. But, I don't know if I'll be trying it either - lol.
ForestDragon
Did you know that this plant is also edible? :-) I have not tried it yet.
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PublishedApril 11, 2015

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