You know any hike/outing where I see a new (to me) plant is an extra treat. I thought I didn't see a new one on this last hike, but tonight when I was looking at the pictures I discovered I was wrong.
I thought this was Swamp Rose Mallow. Pretty much a look-alike from a distance.
But then I got a little excited when I looked in the book and saw that the dark throat is a better match for Halberd-leaved Rose Mallow.
But did I get a good enough picture of the leaves to be sure? I did! Very distinctive. The name, Hibiscus militaris comes from this shape like a halberd or spear.
Also note the funky buds.
What fun!
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2 comments:
Another gem discovered.
way to go spotting that.
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