P h o t o b y U n i v e r s i t y o f T e n n e s s e e H e r b a r i u m ( T E N N )
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Habitat:
Open wetlands, alluvial forests, wet streambanks.
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Species Description:
Perennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early June to late September.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Gratiola viscidula has steam leaves that clasp the stem and the fruit, a capsulte, is shorter than the sepals. the leaves are generally have 3-5 sharp teeth and 3-5 nerves.
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Management:
Avoid changes in moisture/hydrologic conditions at the site. Changes could result from overstory removal, stream/wetland alteration or impacts due to erosion. Exotic pest plants are a threat to this species and should be removed.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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