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:
Wet meadows, swamps, wet woods; in KY, boulder cobble bars along creeks and rivers, and known from a roadside near a railroad (Medley).
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Species Description:
Perennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early May to late June.
Fruiting Period: Early July to late September.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Wet woods often along shorelines; leaflets 4-8 and a tendril at the end, stems winged; racemes with 2-6 flowers.
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Management:
Disturbance such as ATV trails, timber removal or any activity that results in increased erosion and weed invasion will be detrimental. Exotic pest plants are a threat to this species and should be removed. 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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