Monthly Archives: September 2014

Flowering Now in Central North Carolina: Verbesina occidentalis (Crownbeard) and Its Relatives

Posted on September 19, 2014 by B. W. Wells Association

Verbesina occidentalis (Crownbeard) is arguably one of the most visible flowering plants in North Carolina.  The tall stems and yellow blooms of this native perennial are hard to miss due to the sheer numbers of plants blooming.  Crownbeard seems to be … Continue reading →

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Distinguishing North Carolina’s Wild Barberries

Posted on September 3, 2014 by B. W. Wells Association

The major Barberry species in North Carolina have many similarities, but their backgrounds are very different.  One (American Barberry)  is an important and rare native plant, with state protected status.  The other three (European, Wintergreen and Japanese Barberry) are introduced species which … Continue reading →

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