Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)

Figwort

Figwort encompasses a diverse family of plants, commonly marked by their unique bilaterally symmetrical flowers, often with two lips. Characteristic square stems and multiple stamens, one of which is typically sterile, distinguish many members. Adapted to a range of environments, figwort species frequently thrive in well-drained soils, with some adapted to attract and exploit specific pollinators, boosting their reproductive success.

Scientific classification

Family

Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)

Order

Mints plantains olives and allies

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