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Prairie Agalinis
Agalinis heterophylla
In the United States:
Native
· also called prairie false foxglove, slender-leaved agalinis
Honeybees visit prairie agalinis for nectar and pollen during its late summer to fall bloom, providing a late-season forage source in prairie habitats. Peak bloom occurs in August and September, with flowers opening sequentially over several weeks. As a hemiparasitic annual, it requires association with prairie grasses and moist, well-drained soils; it is not typically deer-browsed but may need protection from overgrazing.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | June–October |
| Duration | ~45 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |