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Swamp Rose Mallow
Hibiscus moscheutos
42.9711, -76.739
Field Notes
Description:
Large pink flower, bloom is about the size of a fist in width, leaves and stem are a very dark green. Leaves are rather large, flat, and broad. Bloom is reminiscent of a hibiscus flower. Estimated it to be about a foot, foot and a half tall.
Habitat:
This flower was along a roadside, however it was right on the edge of a swampy area in the Montezuma wildlife refuge. Assuming it prefers swampy areas. Seems to be doing well in areas of dense vegetation.
Reference Links:
Hibiscus moscheutos
Species ID Suggestions
2
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedSeptember 2, 2011
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