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westraad Xai Xai, Mozambique Aug 22, 2009

Hi everyone
Could someone please ID this plant for me? its one of my favorites! it grows easily, spreads like crazy, has pretty, delicate flowers, and insects love it!
thanks!
westraad

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KayJones Lee's Summit, MO(Zone 6a) Aug 22, 2009

Mexican heather

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westraad Xai Xai, Mozambique Aug 22, 2009

oh, thanks, Kay!

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Metrosideros Keaau, HI Aug 24, 2009

It isCuphea hyssopifolia, False Heather.

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westraad Xai Xai, Mozambique Aug 24, 2009

False Heather then. is it similar to Mexican heather, Dave?

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plantladylin (Zone 1) Aug 25, 2009

"Mexican Heather" and "False Heather" are common names. Here's the Plant Files link: hyssopifolia: http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/676/

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Metrosideros Keaau, HI Aug 26, 2009

Thanks Lin, I was wondering what type of Ericaceae plant came from Mexico.

Mahalo, Dave

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westraad Xai Xai, Mozambique Aug 26, 2009

Thank you everyone!

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