Off trail, growing next to an American Holly and large oak. Removed after documenting.
I dislike this invasive species intensely, so much so that I rarely photograph or report it, but I'm doing my civic duty in this case.
Not yet abundant on this site.
Uncommon on this site so far. But that could change. Nasty invasive.
Growing among taller sedges.
Larger population enriched by occasional river silt deposits.
Way deep into the extensive forest protecting the north side of the Reservoir.
Way deep into the extensive forest protecting the north side of the Reservoir.
keeping details private on this, message with credentials if interested. Location obscured - not outside of known range.
White pine seems be the common companion plant more than most others
These are the most beautiful color deep purple.