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Melanthera nivea
Family: Asteraceae. Native in the deep south and parts of Texas to South America, I have found that this species has a highly variable leaf, which is rough to the touch. It can grow as tall as 6 feet but I have also seen dwarf forms, primarily near salt water. It blooms most of the year and self-sows freely and thus spreads easily. Despite having a square stem it is not in the mint family.
Florida Museum of Natural History's Native Butterfly Garden
Spotted on Sep 19, 2009
Submitted on Jun 20, 2013
4 Comments
Beautiful another great spot !
Pretty flower..:)
Thank you very much Adarsha!
Beautiful flower Ryan!