Ruellia caroliniensis

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Common Name: Carolina Wild Petunia

Full to part sun, moderately dry to dry moisture level, sandy/nutrient-poor soils.  6-18 inches height, blooms in summer, purple flowers, re-seeds but is not aggressive.

Germination Code:   ?

Native Region: Statewide

Attractive flowers.  Easy to grow from seed and requires no care once established.  Larval host for the Buckeye butterfly.  Attracts butterflies and bees.

Carolina Wild Petunia - Ruellia caroliniensis 2
Photo Courtesy of Southeastern Flora http://www.southeasternflora.com/
Carolina Wild Petunia - Ruellia caroliniensis 1
Photo Courtesy of Southeastern Flora http://www.southeasternflora.com/