P h o t o b y J o h n M a c G r e g o r
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Habitat:
Sandy soil, lowlands, bogs and open woods. in KY, reported from pine-oak woods and sandstone outcrops.
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Species Description:
Herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Mid May to late July.
Fruiting Period: Early July to late September.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Basal lvs are linear, and cauline lvs much reduced, flowers in a dense cone-shaped (later cylindric) infloresence on a scape, tepals are not spotted or glandular and the pedicels are longer than the flws, one style at top of each ovary.
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Management:
Exotic pest plants are a threat to this species. Avoid creating access to the site through trail or road construction.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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