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Red Cottongrass

Eriophorum russeolum

Photo by Machi
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Field Notes

Description:

A common sight in soggy areas

Habitat:

Soggy soil near the peak of Kashevaroff Mountain

Reference Links:

Red Cottongrass - Eriophorum russeolum - Overview

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Machi
I would say a little coarse SarahWhitt. I'll have to pay better attention to the texture next time and take note though. :)
SarahWhitt
Is the texture of this cottongrass "soft" like cotton or "coarse"? This is beautiful grass!! ;)

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Alaska Fauna and Flora
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Great Alaskan Challenge
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PublishedSeptember 21, 2017

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