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Early Saxifrage
Micranthes virginiensis
34.16, -84.73
Field Notes
Description:
As indicated by the common name, blooms relatively early in spring. The flowers of Micranthes virginiensis usually have 5 white, unspotted petals and 5 sepals. The flower has 10 stamens. Micranthes virginiensis has only basal leaves; they have flattened petioles. The leaf blades are ovate to elliptic with crenate or serrate margins.
Habitat:
Found in almost all of the eastern United States and Canada. It grows on rock outcrops and moist forest slopes.
Notes:
Spotted along Vineyard Mountain Eagle Scout Trail at the Riverside Day Use Park.
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Spotted for Missions
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PublishedMay 22, 2014
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