Lechea tenuifolia

Scientific Name:Lechea tenuifolia
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Family:Cistaceae
Common Name:Narrow-leaved Pinweed
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C Value:6
Wetness:UPL
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Genus in Illinois:
6
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Dioecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:Pink, Red
Growth Habit:Forb
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Leaf Type:Simple
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Leaf Margin:Entire
Leaf Toothing:Entire
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
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ID Tips:Very long and very narrow leaves. Flowers pink to red in bloom.
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search