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Boykin's Lobelia

Lobelia boykinii

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Illustration of Boykin's Lobelia (Lobelia boykinii)

Boykin's Lobelia is a small, delicate plant with light blue flowers. It is named after the botanist Samuel Boykin.

Habitat
It grows in wetland areas and along stream edges.
Diet
Its flowers are visited by bees and other pollinators.
How common
Rare

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