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Genus:Limonium
Species:carolinianum
Family:Plumbaginaceae
Carolina Sea Lavender is a striking perennial native to the brackish and salt marshes, coastal beaches, and intertidal zones of eastern North America, particularly flourishing in late summer. While it has traditionally been harvested for wreath-making, this practice poses a risk to the populations of this slow-growing species. The plant features vibrant blue to purple flowers, accompanied by white bracts that often outlast the blooms themselves. It thrives in wet, saline environments.
This species prefers to grow in clay, loam, or sandy tidal marshes, requiring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil conditions.
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Limonium carolinianum Feature Summary
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