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Category: Pinelands Plant of the Month

Posted on June 11, 2014February 17, 2016 by Millicent Moore

Mountain Laurel – June “Pinelands Plant Of The Month”

Mountain Laurel (Kalmia latifolia) is one of our showiest flowering shrubs. It puts on a dazzling display in the spring; one that many eagerly look forward to. Laurel belongs to the Heath family. Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Blueberries and Cranberries are also members of the Heath family. Mountain Laurel leaves are poisonous to livestock, which is also true Read More…

Posted on May 3, 2014February 17, 2016 by Millicent Moore

Greenbrier – May “Pinelands Plant of the Month”

Greenbrier or Catbrier (Similax sp.) is the bane of all who hike in the woods or clear land and trails. Its vines have vicious thorns or “claws” that can tear your clothes or rip your flesh. But surprisingly, it is also quite an amazing plant. Catbrier is a member of the Lily Family and produces Read More…

Posted on April 6, 2014February 17, 2016 by Millicent Moore

Pyxie – April “Pinelands Plant Of The Month”

Pyxie (Pyxidanthera barbulata) is a beautiful, mysterious little flower. It’s the first flower of spring to appear in the New Jersey Pine Barrens. It usually makes its blooming debut in late March and often blooms until early May. After our long, hard winter, it hasn’t yet appeared but expect to see it soon. Strangely enough, Read More…

Posted on March 15, 2014February 17, 2016 by Millicent Moore

Teaberry – March “Pinelands Plant Of The Month”

Teaberry or Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) is very easy to find in the Pine Barrens because of its bright red berries. The berries are an especially attractive and tasty treat for animals and humans alike. Birds and deer love to eat them, and most berries will be devoured by Spring when their flavor reaches its peak. Read More…

Posted on March 15, 2014February 17, 2016 by Fran Brooks

TTJ Launches New Column, “Pinelands Plant Of The Month”

The Tabernacle Journal is launching a new column, “Pinelands Plant of the Month.” The column describes the varied and fascinating plants that are native to the Pine Barrens. The column’s author, Millicent Moore, has a long history in Burlington County. Her ancestors arrived in Burlington City in 1682, on William Penn’s ship, the Amity. Millicent’s Read More…

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