Perfoliate Bellwort (Uvularia perfoliata) is a sublty beautiful little wildflower that can occasionally be found in greenspaces that hold remnants of the old growth forest. It's delicate yellow flower is easily overlooked as it hangs downward, like a bell.
Check out this TED talk on how trees talk to each other by Suzanne Simard! Eco-A will be hosting a Forest Intelligence walk on May 11 - check out our website for more info! https://t.co/QbyHekjmwa via @TEDTalks
Did you know that pecans are part of the hickory family? Hickory nuts are both edible and delicious! Certain species of hickory nut, such as pignut and mockernut hickories(shown above), may be in your own back yard! #ForestFeaturesFriday
As the leaves start changing color and falling towards the ground Eco-A would like to remind you to #LeaveTheLeaves this fall. Leaves provide important cover for insects and contribute to the overall health of our soil. #ForestFeaturesFriday
Seeing a deer running in the wild or stopping for its favorite snack can be a majestic experience. These activities also create what are known as "deer trails". Narrow paths, cleared of plants allowing the deer to move quickly through the forest. #ForestFeaturesFriday
Eco-A has hosted several walks this summer season, and there are still more to come! Featured: The Lionel Hampton-Beecher Hills walk. Follow the link to sign up for our future walks! https://t.co/MldQMHagvk
Have you ever tried the fruit from a Pawpaw tree? This indigenous understory tree produces a fruit tasting similar to a combination of banana, green apple, and mango! Just remember, don't eat anything you can't safely identify! #ForestFeaturesFriday
What unique trait gave this plant the common name "Perfoliate bellwort"?
The flower stems of Uvularia perfoliata appear to perforate the center of its leaves. This one was found in our board member Debra Pearson's backyard! #ForestFeaturesFriday
Eco-A friends Marti Keller and Richard Cohen restored their front yard to native wildflowers, including this native wild iris! Join us on Sunday as Marti leads a haiku walk in Decatur! https://t.co/Zv8GBHL8Xc #ForestFeaturesFriday