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Brazoria

Brazoria carinatus
In the United States: Native · also called Rattlesnake flower, Brazos mint

This annual mint species offers moderate nectar and pollen rewards to honeybees, with tubular flowers that attract foraging workers during its spring bloom period. Peak flowering aligns with early warm weather, supporting colony buildup in open, sandy habitats. It establishes from seed in disturbed areas but can be susceptible to drought once blooming; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Nectarmedium
Pollenmedium
Bloom (US) April–May
Duration~45 days
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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