Author Archives: Angelyn

Three lovely lobelias

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Angelyn

Three lobelias . . . three different colors . . . three similar flower shapes . . . and three similar leaves and stems.  Here’s a closer view of the top flowering portion of each plant: Do you recognize any … Continue reading →

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Mystery plant 017

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Angelyn

This is a common (and native) plant throughout most of the North American continent.  As you scroll down through the images, see just which image is the one which gives you the “ah-ha” moment as to which plant this is.  … Continue reading →

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Virginia creeper and ginseng

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Angelyn

Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is one of those plants that can trip you up when you are looking for American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius).  Especially in the spring and fall when there are no flowers or berries on the ginseng plant.  … Continue reading →

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