Phlox
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Phlox
Phlox divaricata
Phlox is a beautiful flowering plant with clusters of colorful blossoms. It attracts butterflies and bees with its sweet scent and vibrant colors, making gardens look like a rainbow.
Habitat: Gardens, Forests
Appearance
The Phlox has clusters of delicate, five-petaled, star-shaped flowers that bloom in vibrant shades of pink, purple, blue, and white. Its slender stems bear narrow, lance-shaped leaves, creating a soft, colorful display in gardens and woodlands.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderEricalesFamilyPolemoniaceaeGenusPhlox
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Many wild Phlox species are native to North America, thriving in woodlands and meadows!
Some Phlox flowers glow under UV light, making them even more visible to insect pollinators!
The name "Phlox" comes from a Greek word meaning "flame," referring to some species' fiery colors!
Tiny hummingbirds love to sip sweet nectar from the tall, colorful flowers of garden phlox.
Special abilities
Ability
Scented Welcome
Phlox can release a sweet fragrance, often at dusk, to attract nocturnal moths and other insects for pollination.
Ability
Color Compass
Phlox has vibrant, diverse flower colors that act as visual signals, guiding various daytime pollinators to its nectar.
Ability
Ground Cover Growth
Some Phlox can spread by creeping stems, allowing them to form dense mats which helps them outcompete weeds and cover ground.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-120 cm
- Spread
- 30-90 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to late Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio glaucus
A crucial nectar source for these large, colorful butterflies.
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumble Bee
Bombus impatiens
Bees visit Phlox flowers to collect vital nectar and pollen.
pollinates
White-lined Sphinx Moth
Hyles lineata
Attracted to the fragrant flowers, especially active at dusk.
Traits
Perennial
Perennial plants live for more than two years, typically returning to grow and bloom each year from their roots.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
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.
Also known as
Wild PhloxWoodland Phlox
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy the beauty of phlox from a safe distance and avoid touching or eating any part of the plant.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Phlox?
30-120 cm
How wide does Phlox spread?
30-90 cm
How big are the flowers on Phlox?
1-3 cm
When does Phlox bloom?
Spring to late Summer
Is Phlox edible?
No
Is Phlox toxic?
None
What is Phlox's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Phlox pollinated?
Insect
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