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Ruellia strepens
Smooth ruellia; wild petunia
Acanthaceae

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Beautiful, showy flower.

This flower must bloom only in the very early morning, because this is the only one I've ever seen. It was found on a broken stalk.


You ought to know

Height: 1' - 3'

Frequency: Several plants found in low, dry areas of woods

Blooms: May

Range: Prefers moist woodland along streams in most of Indiana.

Found from Pennsylvania to Kansas and from Florida to Texas.