P h o t o b y T h o m a s G . B a r n e s
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Habitat:
Dry wood slopes and ridges.
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Species Description:
Perennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early April to late May.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves are 3-foliate, entire and lacking at the bottom nodes of the stem. Flowers in racemes. All stamens are separate not fused into groups. Flowers are yellow and pods flattened.
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Management:
May tolerate some timber removal if done without excessive soil disturbance (disking/chopping) and if immediate vicinity of plant is protected from debris and direct cutting etc. 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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