Pink Turtlehead is a striking plant with snapdragon-like pink flowers that bloom in late summer. It is named for the turtle-shaped flowers that attract bumblebees.
Habitat
It grows in moist, wooded areas and along stream banks.
Diet
Bumblebees are the primary pollinators, drawn to its unique flowers.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Pink Turtlehead
The best time to see a Pink Turtlehead is August–September, when about 82% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,316 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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