Torenia fournieri (Wishbone Flower) - Image 8

Botanical name: Torenia fournieri

Common names: Wishbone Flower, Ladys Slipper, Blue Wing

Family: Linderniaceae    (Formerly:Scrophulariaceae)

Origin: Thailand, Indo-China

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSemi-shadeShadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersInvasive plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Torenia fournieri (Wishbone Flower) pink flower close up with multiple buds and green leaves.
Torenia fournieri (Wishbone Flower) with vibrant pink petals and white centers on stems.


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