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Linum lewisii

Family: Linaceae, Genus: Linum

Description:

Linum lewisii, also known as Lewis flax, is a slender herbaceous perennial native to western North America. It features narrow lanceolate leaves and pale blue to lavender flowers that open in the morning and fade by noon on hot days. This plant forms a 2-foot tall and wide clump and thrives in dry conditions, making it ideal for xeriscaping. It is named after explorer Meriwether Lewis and is favored by native bee species.

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  1. [1] Linum lewisii: Plant Delights. Visit Source
  2. [2] Linum lewisii: Plant Delights. Visit Source
  3. [3] Linum lewisii: Wikipedia. Visit Source

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Last Updated August 18, 2025

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