Scarlet Pimpernel

Common Name(s): Scarlet Pimpernel Scientific Name: Anagallis arvensis Family: Primulaceae Primrose Family Flower: 1/2" with 5 reddish petals each with purplish centers. 5 stamen Leaves: Opposite 1" simple with pointed ends Plant: Short branching plant tends to sprawl. Square stems.

General Comments:

Introduced from Europe it now grows throughtout the area. Easily overlooked on roadsides and in vacant and along bayous.

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