Beautiful Wild Soapweed (Saponaria officinalis) A01-02
Saponaria officinalis is a common perennial plant from the carnation family (Caryophyllaceae). This plant has many common names, including common soapwort, bouncing-bet, crow soap, wild sweet William, and soapweed. There are about 20 species of soapworts altogether.
Photographed on 08 01 2016 using;
Canon EOS 400D SLR Digital Camera and Tamron Tele macro Lens.
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Taken on Tuesday August 2, 2016
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Posted on Tuesday August 2, 2016
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Stormlizard said:
Botanical name: Monarda fistulosa
Common name: Wild bergamot
Origin: Native to all of North America.
Alternatives are Knautia arvensis & Monarda citriodora
Stormlizard said:
Thank you Jenny.