Longleaf Phlox
ExplorePlants
Longleaf Phlox
Phlox longifolia
Longleaf Phlox is a beautiful flower that blooms in lovely shades of pink and purple. It grows in sunny spots and attracts butterflies and bees, making gardens colorful and lively!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Longleaf Phlox has unique, long, and very narrow leaves, resembling pine needles. Its star-shaped flowers bloom in clusters, showcasing vibrant hues of pink, lavender, or white, often creating a blanket of color.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyPolemoniaceaeGenusPhlox
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
Be the first to snap!
Interesting facts
Early naturalists prized Phlox longifolia for its beauty, often collecting specimens for study.
Its specific name, 'longifolia,' literally means 'long-leaved,' highlighting its unique foliage!
Some Phlox species can even change their flower color slightly throughout the day!
The vibrant blooms often create stunning 'superblooms,' painting entire hillsides with color!
Special abilities
Ability
Drought Defender
Longleaf Phlox has deep roots that help it find water, enabling it to thrive in dry, sandy soils.
Ability
Pollinator Beacon
Its bright flowers and sweet nectar act as a beacon, attracting essential pollinators like butterflies and moths.
Ability
Resilient Survivor
As a perennial, Longleaf Phlox can survive harsh winters by regrowing from its roots each spring.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-45 cm
- Spread
- 15-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to early summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Black Swallowtail butterfly
Papilio polyxenes
Visits flowers for nectar.
pollinates
Western Bumblebee
Bombus occidentalis
Actively collects nectar and pollen.
eaten by
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionus
Might browse on the foliage.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Also known as
No aliases listed yet.
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't pick flowers in nature, so they can keep growing for everyone to enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Longleaf Phlox?
10-45 cm
How wide does Longleaf Phlox spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on Longleaf Phlox?
1-2.5 cm
When does Longleaf Phlox bloom?
Spring to early summer
Is Longleaf Phlox edible?
No
Is Longleaf Phlox toxic?
None
What is Longleaf Phlox's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Longleaf Phlox pollinated?
Insect
Snap Map
Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.
Loading map…
Recent Snaps
Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.
