Heirloom Garden at the National Museum of American History,
Behring Center
Lagerstromeia
indica 'Watermelon'
Family: Lythraceae
Deciduous shrub/tree
Summer blooming shrub or small tree, color of flower depends
on variety, 'Watermelon' has a pink flower which is attactive
to flying insects, some varieties are fragrant, height depends
on pruning practices and cultivar, typically 8 - 12 feet.
Common names: Crepe myrtle, crape myrtle, crepe flower.