Decodon verticillatus (Swamp Loosestrife)

Although its name Decodon verticillatus (Swamp Loosestrife) may sound as if it is related to the invasive purple loosestrife, it is not, this one is native.  It is a relatively uncommon plant of quality wet prairie, marshes, and sedge meadows and can be used very effectively in wetland restoration projects.   Sun Exposure Prairie/Savanna Soil Conditions Wet Height 4'-6' Flower Color Purple Flower Time June, July, August, September Frequently Asked Questions Why Purchase From Natural Communities Native Plants? What Native Plants Should I Buy? What Can I Expect: Shipping/Free Local Pick Up? What Are Your Plant Sizes?   Why Plant Natives? Antepenultimate, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons