Epilobium coloratum

Purple-leaved Willow-herb

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Description:

Herbaceous plant with round or square stems. Flowers are light pink or white. Four petals, each with a notch. Foliage is fragile and easily damaged. Grows in moist to wet conditions and prefers soil with organic matter.

Plant Overview:

Plant Family:Onagraceae
Plant Duration:Perennial
Plant Type:Herbaceous
Bloom Time:Mid July to September
Fruit Timing:Mid August to October
Global and State Rank:S4, G5
Commercially available landscape plant?No
Soil Characteristics:
Soil Type:Sandy, Loam, Clay
Soil Moisture:Wet, Moist
Soil pH:Slightly Alkaline, Neutral, Slightly Acidic, Acidic
Light Needs:
Opitmal Light:Partial shade
Light Range:Partial Shade
Water Needs of Plant:
Soil Moisture:Wet, Moist

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