Lythrum salicaria can grow 1 to 2 m tall the leaves 3–10 cm long and 5–15 mm broad, arranged opposite or in whorls of three. Color of the flowers are reddish purple. Salicaria is extremely variable in leaf form and degree of appearance, and variety of subspecies and varieties are Described. Today Color challenge is Purple so have a look at this beautiful picture of Lythrum salicaria.