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Anemone parviflora: The Small-Flowered Anemone

Anemone parviflora, commonly known as Northern anemone or Small-flowered anemone, is a herbaceous plant species belonging to the genus Anemone and the family Ranunculaceae (buttercup family).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Anemone parviflora
• Common Names: Northern anemone, Small-flowered anemone, Small flower anemone, Few flowered anemone, Northern white anemone, Arctic Wind-flower
• Synonyms: Anemone borealis, Anemone parviflora var. grandiflora, Anemone indeterminata Banks ex Walp.
• Taxonomic Rank: Species, variety

Considerations for Pets

• The plant grows from rhizomes, which are slender and covered in dark fibers.

Considerations for Children

• The plant grows from rhizomes, which are slender and covered in dark fibers.

Distribution and Habitat

• Anemone parviflora can be found from Alaska south to Oregon, Idaho, and Colorado. It also occurs from Labrador and Newfoundland.
• In Ontario, it is likely found only in subarctic portions.
• It has been observed on tundra on east-facing slopes.

Morphological Characteristics

• Small-flowered anemone grows up to 30 cm tall from short, woody stem bases or rhizomes.
• The rhizomes are slender and covered in dark fibers.
• Flowering stems are 5-20 cm tall, sub-glabrous to densely hairy perennial from slender, horizontal rhizomes