Pacific Hounds Tongue | Adelinia grandis (Cynoglossum grande) - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Pacific Hounds Tongue | Adelinia grandis (Cynoglossum grande)

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Joseph M. DiTomaso

This showy perennial has beautiful purple flowers that resemble those of forget-me-nots. Thick, ascending stalk and basal rosette of leaves.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland
Habitat Notes	Does best in forests and meadow edges
Phenology	Perennial; flowering March-June
Mature Height	Up to 2 feet
Shade Preference	Part shade
Soil Tolerance	Well-drained soils
Special Uses	Attracts hummingbirds

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A lush forest scene with tall oak trees, green leaves, moss, and undergrowth, under a clear blue sky.

Oak Woodland

Oregon White Oaks dominate these woodlands and may support an open to moderately shrubby understory. Over thirty percent of the canopy shades the ground, but still filter light allowing oak seedling…