SIA1125: False Heather

SIA1125
Common Name:False Heather
Plant Species:Cuphea hyssopifolia
Family:Lythraceae
Plant Symbol:CUHY
Photographer:Calvin J. Hamilton
Copyright:© 2004 Calvin J. Hamilton
Date:2004/09/20
Location:U.S. National Arboretum, Washington, D. C.

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This plant is a source of short and medium-chain fatty acids, such as lauric acid. It is used to make lubricants and surfactants.


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