Prairie Phlox (Phlox pilosa)

A.k.a Prairie phlox. A midsized phlox that tolerates more sun than its woodland relatives. Obligate host of the rare and colorful prairie phlox flower moth (Schinia indiana).

Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry

Soil Type: Loam, Clay Loam, Sandy Loam

Height: .5-2′

Bloom Color: Pink

Bloom Time: May-Jul

Root Type: Fibrous

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract mainly long-tongued bees, butterflies, skippers, moths, and bee flies. The only host of the prairie phlox flower moth (Schinia indiana). Occasionally browsed by mammals.