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Lots of bear corn! |
Bear corn (
Conopholis americana) is a parasitic plant that derives its nourishment from the roots of oak and beech trees.
On a recent hike off the Blue Ridge Parkway on the Mountains to Sea trail, there were large patches of bear corn in flower. Striking!
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Bear corn in flower |
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