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Anemone virginiana
2' tall plant with dense, thimble-like spikes (.5-2" long). These spikes are called achenes. Once these have ripened, they will begin turning wooly--and eventually seed will be capable of being dispersed via wind.
Edges of dirt road clearing near thick mixed hardwood forest.
Spotted on Jul 15, 2017
Submitted on Aug 1, 2017
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