SWAMP LOUSEWORT (Pedicularis lanceolata)
Swamp lousewort is similar in appearance to common lousewort, but is taller, blooms later and prefers wetter soils. It’s hemiparasitic on asters, native grasses and some non-native grasses. Often found in the company of sedges, sweetgrass, cordgrass, heart-leaved alexanders and shorter willows. Swamp lousewort is only available as a combination with one of its host plants.
Flower Colour: cream to pale yellow
Life Cycle: perennial
Sun Exposure: full sun – part shade
Bloom Period: July – August
Height: 1 – 2 ft
Soil: moist – wet