Latin name: Lythrum californicum Torrey & A. Gray Pronunciation: LITH-rum ka-li-FOR-ni-kum Common name: California loosestrife Family: Lythraceae (Loosestrife) Habitat: Moist places near vernal pools or streams below 6000' in many plant communities Blooming period: April to October Name derivations: 1) Lythrum 2) californicum |
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