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Salt-marsh Pink (Sea-pink)
Sabatia stellaris
Salt-marsh pink is endangered in the state of Connecticut.
• Family: Gentian (Gentianaceae)
• Habitat: salt marshes, brackish marshes
• Height: 5-18 inches
• Flower size: 1 inch across
• Flower color: pink
• Flowering time: July to October
• Origin: native
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Salt-marsh pink flowers are usually pink, but white flowers are found on occasion. |
A group of salt-marsh pinks. The lacy white flower is mock bishop's weed. |