Question: Good afternoon Dr. I came across the pretty pink flower which at first suggested a phlox species. But on further …
-
Question
Good afternoon Dr. I came across the pretty pink flower which at first suggested a phlox species. But on further investigation the structure of the flower did not lend to that interpretation. I would appreciate your input. The raised stem had opposite lance shaped leaves. The five petals had what appears to be additional petals arising from the throat of the flower. Thank you in advance. I have observed this plant in Malden and Arlington, MA.
Answer
Dear califyank, the plant you photographed is Atocion armeria (sweet-Wiliam-catchfly), a species formerly included with Silene, but differing in details of the carpophore and pedicels. Beautiful images.
