Agalinis linifolia (Nutt.) Britton

Nomenclature and Baseline Classification

Agalinis linifolia (Nutt.) Britton, commonly called flaxleaf false foxglove, flaxleaf gerardia, and flaxleaf agalinis, is a perennial forb native to the southeastern United States and Cuba.

Flowering Characteristics

It produces lavender-colored flowers in late summer or early fall.

Southeastern US Habitat and Distribution

This species occurs in ponds, pine savannas, and cypress savannas across coastal regions of the southeastern United States, ranging from Delaware through Louisiana.

Cuban Distribution

It is also native to Cuba.

Parasitic Biology

Like other species in the genus Agalinis, Agalinis linifolia is hemiparasitic, and it parasitizes a variety of hosts, especially graminoids.