Plant Species in Pocahontas County

 

Rhododendron: There are many different species of rhododendrons in Pocahontas County, including the rosebay rhododendron (Rhododendron maximum), which is the state flower of West Virginia. Rhododendrons bloom in late spring to early summer, and their flowers can be white, pink, or purple.

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Rosebay rhododendron Pocahontas County WV

Mountain laurel: Mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) is another common flowering plant in Pocahontas County. It blooms in late spring to early summer, and its flowers can be white, pink, or lavender.

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Mountain laurel Pocahontas County WV

Trillium: There are several species of trillium found in Pocahontas County, including the red trillium (Trillium erectum), the painted trillium (Trillium undulatum), and the white trillium (Trillium grandiflorum). Trilliums bloom in early spring, and their flowers can be red, pink, or white.

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• Mayflower: Mayflower (Maianthemum canadense) is a small, delicate wildflower that blooms in early spring. Its flowers are white and star-shaped.
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  Mayflower Pocahontas County WV
• Marsh marigold: Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris) is a wetland plant that blooms in early spring. Its flowers are bright yellow.
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  Marsh marigold Pocahontas County WV
• Violet: Violets (Viola spp.) are a common wildflower that can be found in many different habitats. They bloom in spring and summer, and their flowers can be blue, purple, or white.
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  Violet Pocahontas County WV
• Beebalm: Beebalm (Monarda didyma) is a member of the mint family. It blooms in summer, and its flowers are red, pink, or lavender.
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  Beebalm Pocahontas County WV
• Jack-in-the-pulpit: Jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) is a unique wildflower that blooms in spring. Its flowers are reddish-purple and shaped like a pulpit.
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• Bloodroot: Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is a spring wildflower that blooms before the leaves appear on the trees. Its flowers are white and have a blood-red sap.
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  Bloodroot Pocahontas County WV

These are just a few of the many flowering plants that can be found in Pocahontas County. The diversity of plant life in this county is one of its many treasures.