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Fire Pink

Silene virginica

Photo by QWMom
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33.98, -84.58

Field Notes

Description:

A native wildflower known for its distinct brilliant red flowers.

Habitat:

open woods and rocky deciduous slopes in eastern North America

Notes:

Spotted growing near the road on top of Kennesaw Mountain

Reference Links:

Fire Pink - Silene virginica - Overview, Silene virginica, Silene virginica

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Flowers of the Southeastern United States
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Flowers of North America
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PublishedMay 2, 2013

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