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Squawroot

Conopholis americana

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Field Notes

Description:

Woody, pulpy plant. About 2-4" tall. Grows in decaying leaves in forest floor.

Species ID Suggestions

Ground cone
shebebusynow
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Squawroot

Conopholis americana
SarahWhitt
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Comments (2)
SarahWhitt
This plant, which lacks leaves, is parasitic on the roots of trees, especially oaks. • Family: Broomrape (Orobanchaceae) • Habitat: woods, often under oaks • Height: 3-8 inches • Flower size: 1/2 inch long • Flower color: yellow-brown • Flowering time: May to June • Origin: native

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PublishedOctober 15, 2011

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