Melampyrum roseum var. japonicum is
a semi-parasitic annual herb inhabiting forest edges, growing up to
20-50cm in height, with long oval leaf with 0.3-1.5cm long petioles,
measuring 2-8cm in length, 1-3cm in width. Branch tops emerge
inflorescences, in which many 1.4-1.3 cm long red-purple flowers
come. Bracts are leaf-like and have hairy, long, pointed serrations.
Bloom time: July-September. |