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Questions and Answers: 2019

Question: Hi, I saw this wildflower growing near the treeline on Mt. Monadnock in Jaffrey NH on October 14. What do …

  • Question

    Hi, I saw this wildflower growing near the treeline on Mt. Monadnock in Jaffrey NH on October 14. What do you think it was?

    Answer

    BrooklineBiker, there are a couple different plants in the images, the one that is prominent is Oclemena acuminata (sharp-toothed nodding-aster). This is a common species in many parts of New England, especially where there are forests, especially those with a northern and/or evergreen component.