Meadow Beauty or Handsome Harry

Meadow Beauty or Handsome Harry [Rhexia virginica] found in our backyard in Fletcher on 26 August 2015. It’s a member of the Meadow Beauty (Rhexia) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 160-161, states it blooms in summer in low meadows and sandy swamps.

USDA Plants Listing: Rhexia virginica

Meadow Beauty or Handsome Harry (closeup) - 16 Aug 2015

Meadow Beauty or Handsome Harry (closeup) – 16 Aug 2015

Meadow Beauty (two) - 16 Aug 2015

Meadow Beauty (two) – 16 Aug 2015

Meadow Beauty (yellow stamens) - 16 Aug 2015

Meadow Beauty (yellow stamens) – 16 Aug 2015