Stenandrium barbatum [Acanthaceae]

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Scientific Name Stenandrium barbatum USDA PLANTS Symbol STBA
Common Name Early Shaggytuft, Shaggy Stenandrium ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. 34399
Family Acanthaceae (Acanthus) SEINet
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Description Habitat: Dry limestone or clay soils; open areas.
Plant: Low, tufted perennial less than 2 inches tall.
Leaves: Crowded, gray-green leaves, up to 1-3/4 inches long, oblanceolate, petiolate, edges covered with white hairs.
Inflorescence: Blossoms about 3/4-inch across with 5 spreading pink lobes with white streaks; lower three lobes broader.
Bloom Period: March to November.
Reference: "Wildflowers of Texas" by Geyata Ajilvsgi.
BONAP Distribution Map

Texas Status:
Native



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