Saxifraga virginiensis
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Saxifraga virginiensis (Early saxifrage, Virginia saxifrage) is a wildflower
native to eastern and central North America
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It is a herbacious plant, which can reach 30cm tall (12 inches).
This species flowers in the spring and is usually found growing on rocks, cliffs, or logs. The pubescent stem is thought to deter ground insects from reaching its flowers, which would be less effective for pollination than flying insects.
Wildflower
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native to eastern and central North America
North America
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It is a herbacious plant, which can reach 30cm tall (12 inches).
This species flowers in the spring and is usually found growing on rocks, cliffs, or logs. The pubescent stem is thought to deter ground insects from reaching its flowers, which would be less effective for pollination than flying insects.