Ammannia heterophylla

Ammannia heterophylla

A medium-sized deciduous tree native to North America with gray, scaly bark, heart-shaped leaves, and clusters of bright pink or purple flowers in early spring before leaves emerge. Thrives in rich, moist soils. A beloved ornamental tree in temperate gardens.

Taxonomy

목(目) Myrtales
과(科) Lythraceae
Species Ammannia heterophylla

자주 묻는 질문

What family does Ammannia heterophylla belong to?
Ammannia heterophylla (Ammannia heterophylla) belongs to the family Lythraceae in the order Myrtales.

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