MO-M - Field of Golden Rod - S. of Wright City, MO
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member YoSam.
N 38° 47.122 W 091° 00.716
15S E 672676 N 4294835
This one, as pretty as it is, causes much grief for those allergic.
Waymark Code: WMVPFT
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 05/14/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member 8Nuts MotherGoose
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County of field: Warren County
Location of field: MO-M, just E. of Big Joel's Petting Zoo, and about ½ mile E. of MO-F, S. of Wright City

The Golden Rod name is thrown about loosely, but there are several flowers, different, that fall under that name.

"Missouri Goldenrod an upland species. It is highly variable across its wide range and at least four varieties are currently accepted. It is a low growing goldenrod growing in mostly sunny areas in dry soils.

"In early summer it is easy to recognize because it is one of the earliest goldenrods to bloom.

"Its nectar or pollen is readily sought after by vast array of small insects including bees, wasps, flies, beetles and butterflies." ~ Southwest Desert Flora


This was a plowed and planted field last year, now late in the season, this field is going to be left fallow this year to recuperate, and the Golden Rod ceases the opportunity to survive, and for that reason and for the preservation of this locality, collection or picking is prohibited

Species:
Scientific Name: Solidago missouriensis Common Name: Missouri Goldenrod Also Called: Prairie Goldenrod Family: Asteraceae, Sunflower Family


Habitat Type: Cultivated field taken over in late spring

Parking Area: N 38° 47.122 W 091° 00.716

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Best Viewing Time: From: 05/01/2017 To: 06/15/2017

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