| Common name: | Purple Loosestrife |
| Plant type: | Ground cover/low growing |
| Size: | 0.5-1.5m x 1m |
| Conditions: | Full sun |
| Soil: | Moist |
| Foliage: | Ovate to oblong lanceolate |
| Flowers: | Clusters purple tubular |
| Flowering: | Sep – Mar |
| Provenance: | This plant is no longer believed to be indigenous to the Whitehorse area. It is sold only for use in home gardens. |
| General comments: | Erect annual herb |
| Further information: | Whitehorse Council information VICFLORA |
Spent flower 
Plant 
Leaves 
Flower stalk
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