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Virginia Salt Marsh Mallow

Kosteletzkya virginica

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Illustration of Virginia Salt Marsh Mallow (Kosteletzkya virginica)

Virginia Salt Marsh Mallow is a striking plant with pink, hibiscus-like flowers. It thrives in saline environments and adds a splash of color to salt marshes.

Habitat
Grows in salt marshes and coastal wetlands.
Diet
Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, providing nectar.
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Virginia Salt Marsh Mallow

The best time to see a Virginia Salt Marsh Mallow is July–September, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 5,688 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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