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Blackberry? or black raspberry?

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Angelyn

The above photo shows a Blackberry (Rubus allegheniensis).  It is frequently confused with Black raspberry (Rubus occidentalis).  What follows is a series of side-by-side comparisons of these two plants.  Blackberry is always on the left side while Black raspberry is … Continue reading →

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Mystery plant 023

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Angelyn

This plant can be found scattered throughout North America.  When you know its names (common and scientific), post them in a comment below.  Also. . .  share any personal story you have about this plant.   ANSWER (subsequently added to … Continue reading →

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Wood plants with whorled leaves

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Angelyn

I found this plant in the woods early in May.  Identifying it became an interesting challenge.  There are not too many plants with whorled leaves at the end of a single stalk.  So this was either Indian cucumber root or … Continue reading →

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