Monday, January 7, 2013

Phlox longifolia

Phlox longifolia scientific classification

Phlox longifolia belongs to the Phlox genus, Polemoniaceae family and Ericales order.

Phlox longifolia name

It is also known as longleaf phlox.

Phlox longifolia geographic location

It is native to North America.

Phlox longifolia structure

It is a perennial plant. It can grow up to 20 inch.

Phlox longifolia leaves

It has green leaves. They are narrow shaped leaves.

Phlox longifolia flower

It has pink and lavender flowers. They are five petal flowers.

Phlox longifolia soil

It prefers well drained soil.

Phlox longifolia uses

It can be used as an ornamental plant. It is used to attract birds and to attract butterflies.

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Phlox pilosa


Phlox pilosa scientific classification

Phlox pilosa belongs to the Phlox genus, Polemoniaceae family and Ericales order.

Phlox pilosa name

It is also known as downy phlox.

Phlox pilosa geographic location

It is native to North America.

Phlox pilosa structure

It is a perennial plant. It can grow up to 2 feet.

Phlox pilosa leaves

It has paired leaves with white hairs.

Phlox pilosa flower

It has pink and lavender flowers. They are five petal flowers.

Phlox pilosa soil

It prefers well drained soil.

Phlox pilosa uses

It can be used as an ornamental plant. It is used to attract birds and to attract butterflies.