Marsh Fleabane aka Sweetscent (Pluchea odorata)

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Description: a 1-3' herbaceous wildflower of moist areas, including freshwater and brackish wetlands, with white-turning-pink flower clusters. Attracts butterflies and other pollin ators. Leaves when crushed give off a strong camphor-like aroma variably perceived as sweet and delicious (hence the name) or pungent and detestable. Care: Needs moist soil, will grow in periodically inundated areas, including coastal wetlands. Likes full or partial sun. Ideal for a rain garden or any moist area. Pros: Needs little care after it's established. Tolerant of brackish water. Cons: Doesn't tolerate dry soil Photo copyright : Shirley Denton/FNPS Show more