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Sheep Laurel (Lambkill)
Kalmia angustifolia
This plant is poisonous to livestock, hence the name lambkill.
• Family: Heath (Ericaceae)
• Habitat: sandy or infertile soil, bogs, old fields
• Height: 1-3 feet
• Flower size: 1/2 inch across
• Flower color: pink
• Flowering time: June to July
• Origin: native
next in heath family
A twig of sheep laurel. The leaves may be opposite or in whorls of three (as in the image). |
Sheep laurel leaves. The undersides are pale and bluish. |