The square-stemmed monkeyflower, scientifically known as Mimulus ringens, is a rhizomatous perennial characterized by its square stem, opposite, lanceolate to oblong leaves, and two-lipped, blue-purple flowers that resemble a monkey's face.
Stem: Erect, square, sometimes branching, and can grow up to 1-3 feet tall.
Leaves: Opposite, lanceolate to oblong, sharply toothed, and clasp the stem.
Flowers: Two-lipped, blue-purple (sometimes pink or white), snapdragon-like, and appear in pairs in the leaf axils.
Habitat: Prefers wet areas like wet meadows, swamps, stream and pond borders, and low woods.
Other names: Allegheny monkey flower
Scientific name: Mimulus ringens
Bloom Period: June to September
Height: 2 feet
Soil: Medium to wet
Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
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