Category Archives: Plant comparisons

This is a patch of Common chickweed (Stellaria media).  Next is a patch of Mouse-ear chickweed (Cerastium fontanum). Similarities abound with these two plants.  And there are some distinct differences.  Let’s start with how they are alike.  Both have leaves … Continue reading →

Is this a “three-leaved clover?”  Or . . . wait, here’s another plant which might be clover: Both plants have “three leaves.”  Let’s look more closely at them.  Here’s another example of the first type of plant: And another example … Continue reading →

During the late summer and early fall this plant makes its colorful appearance.  It is a tall plant, frequently growing alongside streams and roads throughout the central and eastern portions of North America. Look at its beautiful flower . . … Continue reading →