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This plant has a nodding head with a reddish purple calyx and yellowish cream petals. The flowers heads are about a 1/2 inch and the plant can grow up to 18 inches. It prefers wet boggy areas.

Wildflower Details

Scientific Name:Geum rivale
Growing Season:Late summer
Soil Type:Wet marshy areas
Family:Rose