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Woodland Phlox
Date: April 22, 2005
Photographer: Eddie Jones
Common Name: Woodland phlox
Scientific Name: Phlox divaricata
Woodland phlox is a spreading, native wildflower which forms mats of foliage with stems typically reaching 12-15" tall. As the common name suggests, this is a woodland species which occurs in rich woods, fields and along streams. (Plant info from http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/alpha.asp.)
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