Lamiaceae · Probable identification
Purple Himalayan Sage
Phlomoides bracteosa
About this flower
Dark purple flower clusters held by leaves along a tall square stem. A mountain relative of the sages. The old heads dry into little brown 'lanterns'.
From the field guide — published botanical records.
- Elevation
- ~ 2,400–4,000 m
- Bloom window
- June – August
- Habitat
- Meadows, clearings and shrubby slopes
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Where I’ve Seen It
The 2 places where I photographed this flower. Tap a place to explore it.
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