Purple false foxglove (Agalinis purpurea)

Purple false foxglove

The purple false foxglove (Agalinis purpurea) is native to the eastern United States and Canada. Its tubular purple flowers attract various long-tongued bees. The caterpillars of the Common Buckeye butterfly feed on the foliage. It is partially parasitic on other plants, particularly grasses. It connects its roots with those of its host and draws out sugars and proteins.

Scientific classification

Species

Purple false foxglove (Agalinis purpurea)

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Annual, Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Late summer, Fall

Bloom Time

Fall

Harvest Time

30 cm to 61 cm

Plant Height

30 cm to 60 cm

Spread

Green, Purple, Lavender

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Fall

Growth Season

Moderate

Growth Rate

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Distribution of Purple false foxglove

Distribution Map

Purple false foxglove, a flowering plant species, is indigenous to North America, primarily within the eastern and central regions of the continent. Over time, it has been encountered growing in the wild beyond its historical range, yet it generally remains within the temperate zones of the Northern Hemisphere.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Marshes, swamps, interdune swales, old fields

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Culture

Symbolism

Stateliness, Youth

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Quickly Identify Purple false foxglove

Tubular flowers in pink to purple hues with bilateral symmetry

Linear leaves with rough upper side and purple tint

Upright stems, dark green, angulated, hairless with grooved lines

Round capsules that split open at maturity, releasing wind-dispersed seeds

Fruit reveals numerous small seeds for efficient wind propagation

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Care Guide for Purple false foxglove

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Purple false foxglove thrives in moist conditions, requiring consistently hydrated, evenly moist soil. Weekly watering is essential to maintain moisture, especially during its active growing season, as its growth and flowering depend on water availability.

Fertilize: Purple false foxglove thrives with balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season, supplemented by high-nitrogen options. Reduce feeding in dormancy and conduct soil tests for tailored nutrition, promoting healthy growth, blooming potential, and resilience.

Pruning: Purple false foxglove features delicate purple flowers and slender stems. Prune in early to late spring to remove dead stems and promote flowering. Thinning enhances air circulation, mitigates disease, and maintains compact shape, ensuring a vibrant display during the growing season.

Propagation: Purple false foxglove is a perennial wildflower that flourishes in diverse habitats. For propagation, distribute fresh seeds on a well-draining substrate, pressing lightly for contact, as they need light for germination. Maintain moisture without waterlogging, and transplant seedlings carefully to ensure vitality.

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