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Wild Comfrey

Cynoglossum virginianum

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Description:

It is also sometimes called the blue houndstongue. It gets its name from the appearance of its leaves that look like the a dog's tongue, which translates to Cynoglossum in Greek. It can cause dermatitis, so if a person has sensitive skin, caution is advised.

Habitat:

Mason Farm Biological Reserve

Reference Links:

Cynoglossum virginianum, USWildflowers.com Access Forbidden

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Wild Comfrey

Cynoglossum virginianum
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Flowers of the Southeastern United States
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Flowers of North America
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Mason Farm Biological Reserve

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PublishedApril 16, 2013

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