Celphalanthus occidentalis
Family: Rubiaceae
Plant Description: Deciduous shrub or small tree to 3 m or higher. Leaves 6-17 cm long, ovate-oblong, opposite. Flowers in globose heads. Corolla 5-8 mm long, white.
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Field Identification: fragrant
Occurrence: Frequent along streams, lake banks, or in swales and marshes.
Bloom Period: May-September
Plant Use: Flowers are good nectar source. Attractive landscape plant around a water feature. Larval host: Titan Sphinx, Hydrangea Sphinx.
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