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Strawberry Bush, Hearts-a-bustin'
Euonymus americanus
33.9643, -83.73
Field Notes
Description:
Shrub. Approximately 4 feet tall.
Fruit. A warty (spiked warts) red capsule that splits at maturity revealing, usually five, bright orange-red seeds. Approximately 1.5 cm diameter before opening; approximately 2 cm after opening.
Habitat:
Growing in mixed deciduous/pine woods
Notes:
This shrub had no leaves. Deer like to browse on Strawberry Bushes. There were just two seed capsules. These capsules were a relatively light pink; some can be dark maroon in color.
Reference Links:
NameThatPlant.net: Euonymus americanus
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PublishedSeptember 5, 2015
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