Mystery plant 061

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Angelyn

Found in open fields and woodland edges, this plant grows in the eastern regions of North America.  When you can identify it, please leave a comment with the common name, scientific name and any personal story you may have about the plant.

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Flower

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A portion of the flower arrangement at the top of a leafless stalk

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Plant in bloom

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Lower portion of plant with leaves, and flower stalk from center

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Leaves

 

ANSWER (subsequently added to this post to facilitate the “search” function for these images): Rattlesnake weed (Hieracium venosum)

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Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis)

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Angelyn

ColumbineColumbine (Aquilegia canadensis) blooms with vibrant reds and yellows during late spring months.  It’s fun to watch the changes in the flower buds from this . . .

Columbine. . . to this intricate flower . . .

Columbine. . . to this type of seed case . . .

Columbine. . . to these dried follicles with seeds . . .

Columbine

Watch this video to see how Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) transitions between its growth phases and to see a clear demarcation of the shape of the petals vs. the sepals.

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Mystery plant 060

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Angelyn

This plant grows throughout significant portions of central and eastern North America.  Its preference is for moist woodlands.  When you can identify it, leave a comment with its common name, scientific name and any personal history you may have with this plant.

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Plant

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Inflorescence

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Flowers arranged along spike

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Leaves; inflorescence going to seed

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Developing seed capsules

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Leaves changing color

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Mature seed capsules

 

ANSWER (subsequently added to this post to facilitate the “search” function for these images): Lopseed (Phryma leptostachya)

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