Winged Loosestrife (Lythrum alatum)

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Its name comes from the narrow green “wings” along the stem, which help distinguish it from other loosestrifes.

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Its name comes from the narrow green “wings” along the stem, which help distinguish it from other loosestrifes.

Bloom: mid- to late summer

Habitats: areas along rivers and drainage ditches; borders of lakes and ponds; fens; marshes; moist black soil prairies; narrow-lying ground along railroads

Lifespan: perennial

Moisture: wet to moist

Plant type (height): forb (up to 3 feet)

Requirements: full sun

Soil: poorly drained and high in organic matter