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Valerian -- Valeriana pauciflora

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Family Valerianaceae (Valerian family)

This interesting plant is easily identified from its large cluster of trumpet-shaped pink flowers that are produced on a small stem about 2 feet in height. It blooms in May in shaded woods and slopes.


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