Crepe myrtle

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Crepe myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica
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Lagerstroemia

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The common crepe mirtle was introduced in South Carolina by Andre Michaux. This multistemmed shrub with crepe-like texture petals, and diverse colors is resistant to frosts. The genus is dedicated to Magnus von Lagerstroem, who supplied Linnaeus plant he collected.

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  • Lagerstroemia indiana (L.)Pers.
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