Western Blue Flax

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Western Blue flax (Linum lewisii), one of approximately forty Linum species, is a native plant named after the Western explorer Meriwether Lewis

Widely distributed throughout the West in dry areas, including higher elevations, the plant, and its seeds, serve as food for local wildlife.

The white anthers and yellow patch in the center of the petals serve as good field identification clues.

Their ability to withstand drought, along with their dainty colors, also make them a perfect, low maintenance garden plant.

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