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Hydrolea ovata
Blue waterleaf is a showy, deep blue to royal blue flower in the Waterleaf Family (Hydroleaceae). This rhizomatous perennial herb has spiny stems growing up to 2 feet tall. The spiny, alternately arranged leaves are oval in shape.
Spotted at the edge of lake Maumelle. This is a wetland species. It grows near ponds, ditches, and other wet sites. It is used in wetland restoration projects.
Native to the southeastern United States.
Spotted on Sep 14, 2018
Submitted on Oct 13, 2018
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