August 2020 Plant of the Month Plantathera peramoena (A. Gray) A. Gray; Purple Fringeless Orchid August's Plant of the Month is another botanical gem discovered by Brian Johnson, the naturalist and field manager for the non-profit land preservation organization, the Natural Lands Trust. Brian identified this colony last year, and its continued presence with flowering is an indication the plants are thriving in a usual coastal habitat. The plant is found in a marsh/forest fringe … [Read more...] about Plant of the Month
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August 2020 - Guess That Plant
This is the FNJP's 113th edition of Guess that Plant!
The August 2020 Guess that Plant photo is native rush found on the Coastal Plain. Do you know this species by it color and shape? If so, send your answer for this month's Guess that Plant.
July's Plant:
Symphyotrichum tenuifolium (L.) G.L. Nesom, Perennial Salt-mash Aster
The July 2020 Guess that Plant is a native composite from the harsh environment of the salt … [Read more...] about Guess This Plant