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Spurred Anoda

Anoda cristata

CommonPlant
Illustration of Spurred Anoda (Anoda cristata)

Spurred Anoda is an annual plant with distinctive spurred flowers that can be blue, purple, or white. It is often found in disturbed areas and can spread rapidly. The plant is sometimes used for its medicinal properties.

Habitat
Commonly grows in disturbed soils and fields.
Diet
Pollinated by bees, it provides nectar to a variety of insects.
How common
Common

Best time to see a Spurred Anoda

The best time to see a Spurred Anoda is August–September, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 419 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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