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Ruellia sp.
These were commonly seen throughout the Yucatan & may be Yucatan Wild Petunia (Ruellia yucatana) or Mexican petunia (Ruellia angustifolia). Native to: Mexico. Attracts: Bees, butterflies, birds and is resistant to deer.
Most habitats. The Mexican petunia is becoming invasive in the southern U.S. Light: Partial Shade. Water: Average.
Spotted on Dec 21, 2011
Submitted on Jan 15, 2012
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great to see a wiild one!