Purple False Foxglove is an annual wildflower with delicate, purple-pink flowers that bloom in late summer. It is partially parasitic, drawing nutrients from the roots of grasses and other plants.
Habitat
Thrives in open fields, meadows, and prairies.
Diet
Attracts bees and butterflies for pollination, while parasitizing nearby grasses.
How common
Common
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