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Appalachian False Goat's Beard

Astilbe biternata

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Field Notes

Description:

These delicate plumes of white flowers covered the shady hillsides along the road inside the park. Some where as tall as 5' high.

Habitat:

Native to the southern Appalachian mountains

Notes:

Spotted growing along the road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Reference Links:

False Goat's-beard - Astilbe biternata - Overview, Astilbe, US Wildflower - Appalachian false goat's beard - Astilbe biternata

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PublishedJune 3, 2013

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