Appalachian phacelia

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Phacelia dubia

Appalachian phacelia, a reference photo
Photo: Fritzflohrreynolds · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

Phacelia dubia (known by the common names smallflower phacelia or Appalachian phacelia) is an annual forb native to the eastern United States, that produces cream colored or light blue flowers in early spring.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Appalachian phacelia being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Order
Boraginales
Family
Boraginaceae
Species
Phacelia dubia

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