Tag Archives: Styracaceae

Know Your Natives – American Snowbell

Posted on June 11, 2019 by

American snowbell or storax (Styrax americanus) of the Storax (Styracaceae) family is a large deciduous shrub with bell-shaped snowy-white flowers. The genus name is the ancient Greek name for a European species, Styrax officinalis. The specific epithet refers to the native … Continue reading →

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Native Plant Report – Ouachita National Trail – Perry County

Posted on April 15, 2015 by

Spring is in full swing in the Ouachita Mountains! The first ANPS Native Plant hike of 2015 was on April 11. Seven enthusiastic participants enjoyed a spectacular spring day in the forest. A full hike report will appear in the … Continue reading →

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