Penstemon glaber
(Sawsepal Penstemon)
Family:
Scrophulariaceae (Figwort)
Penstemon glaber
is a tall plant, growing up to 30 inches. Flowers are deep blue-purple. Leaves are opposite, broad and smooth. Anther sacs have short hairs along their edges, most easily seen with a hand lens.
Vegetation zone:
Foothills, Montane
Time of bloom:
June - August
Origin:
Native
Eastern Colorado Wildflowers
