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Identify this lazy plant

9 years ago

When I went to set up some indoor seed beds, I found that my tray had seeds in it from the previous work. Unfortunately I have no idea what they were so I set them and let them sprout. Now that they have grown, I still don't know what it is.

I am sure they flop because they are potted and the ones I grew earlier stand up in the garden.

They are single stalk and are about 12" tall with this 3/8" trumpet style flower.

Any thoughts?

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floral_uk z.8/9 SW UK
9 years ago
Agrostemma githago, Corn Cockle. A hardy annual, toxic in all parts.
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9 years ago
Dunno, Flora - I have grown these and they are always over 3feet tall......although I defer to your superior ID skills.
floral_uk z.8/9 SW UK
9 years ago
It's in pot (ie probably not optimally nourished) and it's fallen over (ie could be a couple of feet tall) and there's no scale in the picture and the height can vary. I'm pretty sure that's what it is. But if someone can suggest something else feel free.

Here is a link that might be useful: Corn Cockle

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