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Beach sedge

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial grass or sedge

**Beach sedge** (*Carex silicea*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's endangered list.

## More Information

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American stoneseed

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**American stoneseed** (*Lithospermum latifolium*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's endangered list.

## More Information

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Arborvitae

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## North American Native

### Water

medium moisture; medium salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 5.2-7, medium fertilizer

**Arborvitae** (*Thuja occidentalis*) is an evergreen tree native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's threatened list.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green. Foliage is retained in winter.

It grows slowly from a single stem to a height of about 50 feet with roots at least 30 inches deep, and has a lifespan over 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is suitable for growing in a nursery. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, container, cuttings, seed. Seeds will be more successful if cold stratification is used. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a moderate rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 5.2-7, medium fertilizer. Provide medium moisture. This plant has medium salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance. It tolerates partial shade.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of medium value.

## More Information

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American eelgrass

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; no salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 5-8.8, medium fertilizer

**American eelgrass** (*Vallisneria americana*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows rapidly from runners to a height of about 1 feet with roots at least 0 inches deep, and has a lifespan under a hundred years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: seed, sprigs. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a moderate rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 5-8.8, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has no salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## More Information

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American cancer-root

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**American cancer-root** (*Conopholis americana*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Alpine violet

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Alpine violet** (*Viola labradorica*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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American chestnut

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## North American Native

### Water

medium moisture; no salinity tolerance and medium drought tolerance

### Soil

medium soil, pH 5.5-6.5, medium fertilizer

**American chestnut** (*Castanea dentata*) is a tree native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically yellow-green and has conspicuous fall interest. Brown fruit, which may be edible (but consult a reliable source before eating), is produced to a moderate extent from summer to fall.

It grows rapidly from a single stem to a height of about 115 feet with roots at least 20 inches deep, and has a lifespan over 250 years. It will readily resprout even if cut down to the ground.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be unavailable from commercial growers. It is suitable for growing in a nursery. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, container, seed. Seeds will be more successful if cold stratification is used. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a none rate, and new seedlings will have a high chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: medium soil, pH 5.5-6.5, medium fertilizer. Provide medium moisture. This plant has no salinity tolerance and medium drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## Uses and Relationships

At least some parts of the plant may be edible to humans. (Confirm against a reliable resource before attempting to eat any unknown plant.) If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of low value.

## More Information

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Agueweed

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## North American Native

### Type

annual or perennial flower

**Agueweed** (*Gentianella quinquefolia*) is an annual or perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's endangered list.

## More Information

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Bearded skeletongrass

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial grass or sedge

**Bearded skeletongrass** (*Gymnopogon ambiguus*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Beaked agrimony

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## North American Native

### Water

medium moisture; no salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium soil, pH 4.5-7, low fertilizer

**Beaked agrimony** (*Agrimonia rostellata*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows at moderate speed from a single stem to a height of about 2.3 feet with roots at least 6 inches deep, and has a lifespan of 100 to 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be unavailable for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, seed. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a slow rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium soil, pH 4.5-7, low fertilizer. Provide medium moisture. This plant has no salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance. It tolerates partial shade.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of low value.

## More Information

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Allegheny Mountain buttercup

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Allegheny Mountain buttercup** (*Ranunculus allegheniensis*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Black chokeberry

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## North American Native

### Type

shrub

**Black chokeberry** (*Aronia melanocarpa*) is a shrub native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Arrowfeather threeawn

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial grass or sedge

**Arrowfeather threeawn** (*Aristida purpurascens*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Ashy sunflower

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Ashy sunflower** (*Helianthus mollis*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Black edge sedge

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial grass or sedge

**Black edge sedge** (*Carex nigromarginata*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Bog rush

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; low salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.5-7, medium fertilizer

**Bog rush** (*Juncus biflorus*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows rapidly from rhizomes to a height of about 3.5 feet with roots at least 14 inches deep, and has a lifespan of 100 to 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be unavailable for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, seed, sprigs. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a moderate rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.5-7, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has low salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance. It tolerates shade.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of low value.

## More Information

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Bigtooth aspen

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; medium salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium soil, pH 4.8-7.2, medium fertilizer

**Bigtooth aspen** (*Populus grandidentata*) is a tree native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows rapidly from a single stem to a height of about 65 feet with roots at least 20 inches deep, and has a lifespan under a hundred years. It will readily resprout even if cut down to the ground.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, container, seed. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a moderate rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium soil, pH 4.8-7.2, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has medium salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of medium value.

## More Information

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Atamasco lily

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Atamasco lily** (*Zephyranthes atamasca*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's endangered list.

## More Information

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Aromatic aster

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Aromatic aster** (*Symphyotrichum oblongifolium*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Bashful bulrush

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial grass or sedge

**Bashful bulrush** (*Trichophorum planifolium*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Bog smartweed

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Bog smartweed** (*Polygonum setaceum*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Blackseed speargrass

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial grass or sedge

**Blackseed speargrass** (*Piptochaetium avenaceum*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Bigleaf aster

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## North American Native

### Water

medium moisture; no salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance

### Soil

medium/fine soil, pH 4.9-6.9, medium fertilizer

**Bigleaf aster** (*Eurybia macrophylla*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically dark green and has conspicuous fall interest. It has purple flowers which appear in late summer.

It grows at moderate speed from rhizomes to a height of about 4.6 feet with roots at least 10 inches deep, and has a lifespan over 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, container, seed, sprigs. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a slow rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: medium/fine soil, pH 4.9-6.9, medium fertilizer. Provide medium moisture. This plant has no salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance. It tolerates shade.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of low value.

## More Information

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Appalachian shoestring fern

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Appalachian shoestring fern** (*Vittaria appalachiana*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Alabama supplejack

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## North American Native

### Type

vine

**Alabama supplejack** (*Berchemia scandens*) is a vine native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Arrowhead rattlebox

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## North American Native

### Type

annual or perennial small shrub or flower

**Arrowhead rattlebox** (*Crotalaria sagittalis*) is an annual or perennial small shrub or flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Annual wildrice

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; low salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 6.4-7.4, medium fertilizer

**Annual wildrice** (*Zizania aquatica*) is an annual grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows rapidly as a bunch to a height of about 9.8 feet with roots at least 6 inches deep.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: seed. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a rapid rate, and new seedlings will have a high chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 6.4-7.4, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has low salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## Uses and Relationships

At least some parts of the plant may be edible to humans. (Confirm against a reliable resource before attempting to eat any unknown plant.) If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of high value.

## More Information

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Bluntleaf bedstraw

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; low salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.6-7, high fertilizer

**Bluntleaf bedstraw** (*Galium obtusum*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green. It has white flowers which appear in mid spring.

It grows at moderate speed from a single crown to a height of about 1.5 feet with roots at least 8 inches deep, and has a lifespan of 100 to 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be unavailable for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: seed. Seeds will be more successful if cold stratification is used. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a moderate rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.6-7, high fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has low salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance. It tolerates shade.

## More Information

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American lotus

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; no salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.6-8.7, medium fertilizer

**American lotus** (*Nelumbo lutea*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green. It has yellow flowers which appear in mid summer. Brown fruit, which may be edible (but consult a reliable source before eating), is produced to a moderate extent from summer to fall.

It grows at moderate speed from rhizomes to a height of about 3 feet with roots at least 12 inches deep, and has a lifespan over 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, bulbs, seed. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a moderate rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.6-8.7, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has no salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## Uses and Relationships

At least some parts of the plant may be edible to humans. (Confirm against a reliable resource before attempting to eat any unknown plant.)

## More Information

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Bitter panicgrass

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## North American Native

### Water

medium moisture; medium salinity tolerance and high drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium soil, pH 5-7.5, low fertilizer

**Bitter panicgrass** (*Panicum amarum*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows at moderate speed as a bunch to a height of about 5 feet with roots at least 16 inches deep, and has a lifespan over 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: seed. Seeds will be more successful if cold stratification is used. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a slow rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium soil, pH 5-7.5, low fertilizer. Provide medium moisture. This plant has medium salinity tolerance and high drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of low value.

## More Information

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Appalachian gooseberry

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## North American Native

### Type

shrub

**Appalachian gooseberry** (*Ribes rotundifolium*) is a shrub native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Allegheny vine

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## North American Native

### Type

biennial vine or flower

**Allegheny vine** (*Adlumia fungosa*) is a biennial vine or flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's threatened list.

## More Information

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Blue wild indigo

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Blue wild indigo** (*Baptisia australis*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's threatened list.

## More Information

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Aunt Lucy

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## North American Native

### Type

annual flower

**Aunt Lucy** (*Ellisia nyctelea*) is an annual flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Beach plum

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## North American Native

### Water

medium moisture; low salinity tolerance and high drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium soil, pH 5.8-7.7, low fertilizer

**Beach plum** (*Prunus maritima*) is a shrub native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's endangered list.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green. It has white flowers which appear in late spring. Blue fruit, which may be edible (but consult a reliable source before eating), is produced to a moderate extent in summer.

It grows at moderate speed from two or more stems to a height of about 12 feet with roots at least 20 inches deep, and has a lifespan over 250 years. It will readily resprout even if cut down to the ground.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is suitable for growing in a nursery. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, container, cuttings, seed. Seeds will be more successful if cold stratification is used. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a slow rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium soil, pH 5.8-7.7, low fertilizer. Provide medium moisture. This plant has low salinity tolerance and high drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## Uses and Relationships

At least some parts of the plant may be edible to humans. (Confirm against a reliable resource before attempting to eat any unknown plant.) If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of medium value.

## More Information

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Aberdeen dewberry

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## North American Native

### Type

small shrub

**Aberdeen dewberry** (*Rubus depavitus*) is a small shrub native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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American ipecac

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**American ipecac** is the common name of two species:

* *Euphorbia ipecacuanhae*
* *Gillenia stipulata*
American spongeplant

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; no salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance

### Soil

medium/fine soil, pH 5-5.9, medium fertilizer

**American spongeplant** (*Limnobium spongia*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's endangered list.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows at moderate speed from runners to a height of about 0.5 feet with roots at least 6 inches deep, and has a lifespan under a hundred years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be unavailable for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, seed. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a slow rate, and new seedlings will have a medium chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: medium/fine soil, pH 5-5.9, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has no salinity tolerance and no drought tolerance. It prefers full sun.

## More Information

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Bog aster

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Bog aster** (*Oclemena nemoralis*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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Blister sedge

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## North American Native

### Water

high moisture; low salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance

### Soil

coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.5-7.5, medium fertilizer

**Blister sedge** (*Carex vesicaria*) is a perennial grass or sedge native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland. This plant (or a varietal) is on Maryland's threatened list.

## Identification

Its foliage is typically green.

It grows at moderate speed from rhizomes to a height of about 3 feet with roots at least 16 inches deep, and has a lifespan of 100 to 250 years.

## Cultivation

The USDA believes this plant to be readily available for purchase. It is propagated by the following methods: bare root, seed, sprigs. Typically, this plant will seed itself at a slow rate, and new seedlings will have a low chance of success compared to other plants of this type.

Soil preferences: coarse/medium/fine soil, pH 4.5-7.5, medium fertilizer. Provide high moisture. This plant has low salinity tolerance and low drought tolerance. It tolerates partial shade.

## Uses and Relationships

If you're seeking to provide forage to wildlife, this plant is of low value.

## More Information

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Autumn coralroot

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**Autumn coralroot** (*Corallorhiza odontorhiza*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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American ipecac (E. ipecacuanhae)

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## North American Native

### Type

perennial flower

**American ipecac (E. ipecacuanhae)** (*Euphorbia ipecacuanhae*) is a perennial flower native to the lower 48 states of the United States and found in the state of Maryland; it may or may not be *native* to Maryland.

## More Information

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