Torenia fournieri explained

My Observation: Observation Wishbone flower gets its name from the stamens that join together with the two anther heads, to resemble a wishbone.

Torenia fournieri, the bluewings or wishbone flower, is an annual plant in the Linderniaceae, with blue, white, or pink flowers that have yellow markings. It is typically grown as a landscape annual, reaching 12–15 in. tall. It has simple opposite or subopposite leaves with serrated edges.[1]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Gilman. Edward F.. Teresa Howe . Torenia fournieri. University of Florida. 1999.