Category Archives: Plant Identification videos

Here’s a beautiful, delicate spring ephemeral found in the eastern and central portions of North American woodlands:  Rue anemone (Thalictrum thalictroides). The immature flower has greenish-yellow stamens clustered around the white stigmas as the flower petals open.  Surrounding the flower, … Continue reading →

The beautiful purple flowers of Venus’ looking glass (Triodanis perfoliata) catch the eye — even if they are quite small.  This annual plant grows throughout North America.  Let’s look at some of the growing phases of this plant. To learn … Continue reading →

With its white blooms during the summer and its brilliant red leaves during the fall, Sourwood (Oxydendrum arboreum) captivates and fascinates.  This tree is common throughout the southeastern portion of North America.  Here are some typical characteristics of the tree: … Continue reading →