Hydrophyllaceae

 

The Hydrophyllaceae is best represented by the Virginia waterleaf, shown to the right.  This family has a cymose inflorescence, much like the Boraginaceae.  Here, the oldest flower is found at the top of the stem.

Web Links Hydrophyllum virginianum L.

 

phaceliatxt.jpg (33332 bytes)

Phacelia dubia is quite found in the higher altitudes near wet places.  You might be able to note the cymose inflorescence here.