phlox ovata - mountain phlox/alleghany phlox/appalachian phlox
This flower grows to about 18 inches tall. It is similar to several other phlox species, but has few stem leaves (usually no more than three pairs below the inflorescence). It has short, decumbent shoots (lie along the ground but point up at the tips) that are sterile, and have persistent elliptic leaves. The flowering stems are erect. The flowers are 3/4"across, bright to matte purple, pink, or rarely white, in clusters of 15 to 30.
This plant was formerly referred to as Phlox latifolia, but it was formally changed in 2011. It is found in relatively moist to dry forests, woodlands, and clearings. It is sometimes found on shale barrens. it is found in both acidic and alkaline environments. This is a rare plant and is considered to be endangered in several states.
Phlox ovata flowers from May to June, and fruits from June to July.
This plant was formerly referred to as Phlox latifolia, but it was formally changed in 2011. It is found in relatively moist to dry forests, woodlands, and clearings. It is sometimes found on shale barrens. it is found in both acidic and alkaline environments. This is a rare plant and is considered to be endangered in several states.
Phlox ovata flowers from May to June, and fruits from June to July.