P h o t o f r o m K S N P C F i l e s
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Habitat:
Boulder/cobble river bars.
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Species Description:
Perennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early August to mid October.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Plants are glabrous except occassionally in infloresence. Leaves are progressively smaller up the stem and mostly basal. The infloresence generally a raceme but not second. There are 7-10 rays. Plants occur on gravel bars in Kentucky as far as we know.
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Management:
Soil disturbance resulting from activities 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.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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