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Hogwort
Croton capitatus
In the United States:
Native
· also called woolly croton, goatweed, doveweed, Texas goatweed
Annual herb that supplies nectar to honeybees and other insects throughout its extended summer bloom. Grows in full sun on sandy or loamy, well-drained disturbed soils. Also supports some butterfly larvae and provides seeds for birds.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | June–October |
| Duration | ~4 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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