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Eastern Leatherwood - Dirca palustris Habitat: Mesic forest<br />
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  1. Stalactite like Posted 2 years ago
    1. Yes! And, the flowers form the same way: dripping water and minerals. ;P Posted 2 years ago

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"Dirca palustris", or eastern leatherwood, is a shrub that grows to a maximum height of about three meters. It is native to the eastern half of North America but uncommon, found in rich woods, and is occasionally cultivated.

Similar species: Malvales
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

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Uploaded Dec 14, 2022. Captured Apr 22, 2022 15:32 in 3280 Franklin Ave, Millbrook, NY 12545, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/16.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO1600
  • 100mm