Monarda viridissima explained

Monarda viridissima is a species of flowering plant in the mint family. It is commonly known as green beebalm[1] and Texas beebalm.[2]

Description

Monarda viridissima is a perennial herb that is endemic to Texas.[3] It can grow up to 32inches tall. Flowers are white, red, pink or purple in color and bloom between June and October.[4] Its habitats include openings and clearings in post oak woodlands.[5] It is a vulnerable species that is threatened by habitat loss and fire suppression. There are 20–100 occurrences in its range.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: USDA Plants Database . 2023-04-12 . plants.usda.gov.
  2. Book: Poole, Jackie M. . Rare Plants of Texas: A Field Guide . Texas A&M University Press . 2007 . 8. 978-1-58544-557-8 .
  3. Web site: Monarda viridissima Correll Plants of the World Online Kew Science . 2023-04-12 . Plants of the World Online . en.
  4. Web site: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – The University of Texas at Austin . 2023-04-12 . www.wildflower.org.
  5. Web site: NatureServe Explorer 2.0 . 2023-04-12 . explorer.natureserve.org.

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