Epifagus virginiana
Epifagus virginiana beechdrops
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A parasitic plant on the roots of Fagus grandifolia and occuring wth the host.
Habitat & Range
Frequent in forests.
Present in most of the state except a few central counties.
Wetland code: Not classified
Phenology
Flowers July to October.
Plant Codes
S-rank:  S5 (Secure)
G-rank:  G5 (Secure)
Epifagus virginiana beechdrops
Synonyms: Leptamnium virginianumAdd to MyPlants View Locations
                    
    
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Plant Summary
                    annual forb
            native
                flower color: white
        
    Common Names
                    beechdrops
            
        
    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
                    
							
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