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Purple Fringe

These flowers are deep purple with long stamens projecting from each flower. The stamens have yellow tips.

Wildflower Details

Scientific Name:Phacelia sericea
Native:Yes
Growing Season:All summer
Soil Type:Open areas, meadows and tundra
Other Names:

Silky Phacelia, Blue Alpine Phacelia

Habitat:Subalpine to Alpine
Family:Forget-Me-Not