It was an overcast day, so not good lighting for sharp photos. Finally, the rain came down and we left.
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Aster (Symphotrichum spp., Asteraceae)
Native
There are 10 species of aster found in Orange County (where Tosohatchee is located). This is possibly Simmonds' aster (S. simmondsii).
There's a hidden animal in one of the above photos. Can you find it?
There's a hidden animal in one of the above photos. Can you find it?
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Smallfruit beggarticks (Bidens mitis, Asteraceae)
Native
This species was abundant; generally found near water.
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Blackeyed susan (Rudbekia hirta, Asteraceae)
Native
Only a few blackeyed susan on this visit.
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Glade lobelia (Lobelia glandulosa, Campanulaceae)
Native
Widespread in wet areas along Beehead and St. Nicholas Roads.
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Hairy chaffhead (Carphephorus paniculatus, Asteraceae)
Native
Widespread throughout the flatwoods. Most past their peak blooming and now appearing dark purple.
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Purple thistle (Cirsium horridulum, Asteraceae)
Native
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Camphorweed (Heterotheca subaxillaris, Asteraceae)
Native
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Yelloweyed grass (Xyris spp., Xyridaceae)
Native
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Rain
Time to leave
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Eastern phoebe
This little bird stayed put and posed nicely
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