P h o t o b y W o f f o r d a n d C h e s t e r @ T E N N
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Habitat:
Rocky dry to somewhat dry woods usually at about mid-slope.
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Species Description:
Shrub
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early May to late May.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
The leaves of this shrub are opposite, ovate and cordate (heart-shaped), marginal teeth over 12 per half leaf, and petioles 1.5-2.5 cm long. The lowerst 2 pairs of leaf veins converging near petiole insertion. The bark exfoliates (shreds) on mature wood. It occurs in calcareous wood and is often associated with outcropping. Fruit are elliptic rather than round.
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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.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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