Author Archives: Angelyn

Black cohosh or something else?

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Angelyn

Last year I conclusively identified black cohosh (Actaea racemosa) growing nearby. At the same time, I was seeing more plants which looked so much like black cohosh and yet I wasn’t quite as sure about these plants.  Were they really … Continue reading →

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Mystery plant 007

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Angelyn

The mystery plant is a common weed prevalent throughout North America and Europe.  (Maybe other continents too?) When you can identify it, please provide both the common and scientific names in a comment below.  Also, there are two very common … Continue reading →

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Mystery plant 006

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Angelyn

The common name of this tree varies depending on where you live.  The limbs of a mature tree are striking during its dormant period. When you can identify this plant, share both the common and scientific names in a comment … Continue reading →

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