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Saw Palmetto
Serenoa repens
29.1995, -82.0376
Field Notes
Description:
This clump of saw palmettos has recently recovered from a prescribed burn, as evidenced by the blackened prostrate trunk.
Saw palmettos are amazing plants. They are named for the sharp saw-toothed ridges along both sides of the leaf stalk. It can give a very nasty deep gash if you aren't careful!
Habitat:
This clump is growing in the Silver River State Park, Ocala, Florida. Along the Sinkhole Trail.
Notes:
I am always oddly inspired when I see the juxtaposition of new living vibrant green emerging from blackened, charred trunks and stumps.
Ain't Florida amazing? :)
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedAugust 28, 2013
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