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Carolina anemone

Scientific Name: Anemone caroliniana

Family: Ranunculaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: IN (Carolina anemone), TN (Carolina anemone), WI (

       

Carolina Anemone (Anemone caroliniana)

The Carolina Anemone, scientifically known as Anemone caroliniana, is a charming herbaceous plant found in various parts of the United States. It's a delightful addition to any garden and offers a glimpse of native flora at its finest.

Common Names

  • Carolina Anemone
  • Carolina Thimbleweed
  • Southern Thimbleweed
  • Prairie Anemone
  • Ten-petal Anemone

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Anemone caroliniana
  • Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
  • Synonyms: Anemone caroliniana Walt.
  • Taxonomic Serial No.: 18437

Distribution and Habitat

The Carolina Anemone is native to the central and southern United States. It thrives in dry, sandy soils, particularly in prairie environments. It has been recorded in locations such as Konza Prairie in Riley County, Kansas, and Logan County near Paris.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Height: Typically grows to be 2 to 12 inches tall, sometimes reaching up to 40 cm.
  • Flowers: Features a single flower, 1 to 1 inch in diameter, with 8 to 20 petals. Petal color can vary, ranging from white to blue or violet. The flower's center boasts numerous yellow stamens.
  • Stem: Described as slender, with a one-flowered peduncle that is significantly longer than the small, sessile, three-leaved structure.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The foliage of the Carolina Anemone is reportedly unpalatable to deer and rabbits.
  • Observed interaction with orange sulphur butterflies.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Anemone" is derived from the Greek word "anemos," meaning wind.

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life: Provides articles and information about the distribution of Anemone caroliniana.
  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life: Offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of the Carolina Anemone.