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Square stalked willow herb (Epilobium tetragonum)

Description

Epilobium tetragonum, commonly known as the square stalked willow herb, is a species in the family Onagraceae. The erect perennial herb typically grows to a height of 0.1 to 1.3 metres (0.3 to 4.3 ft) and can have several stems. It blooms between January and November and produces pink-purple flowers. The species has become naturalised in the Perth and Peel regions of Western Australia.

Taxonomic tree

  • Domain: Eukarya

    • Kingdom: Plantae

      • Phylum:

        • Class: Magnoliopsida

          • Order: Myrtales

            • Family: Onagraceae

              • Genus: Epilobium