Cuphea Species, Blue Waxweed, Clammy Cuphea, Tall Violet Cuphea, Tarweed

I bought this plant on a whim at a native plant sale. I was not impressed at first, but in mid summer it grew into a compact globe shape...Read Mored plant with masses of tiny purple flowers. It produces LOTS of seeds, so I'm a little concerned about it self-seeding too much. Would be great in a rock garden where a low mounding plant is desired.

First off, this is a rather attractive plant with interesting flowers. Allegedly, this plant is currently being tested for any possible c...Read Moreancer fighting properties it might have so I'd say to leave this plant alone if you ever find it growing in the wild.