Uvularia grandiflora


Scientific Name:Uvularia grandiflora
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Family:Colchicaceae
Common Name:Large-flowered Bellwort
Authority: Smith
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C Value:7
Wetness:UPL
# of Species in  
Genus in Illinois:
2
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:Yellow
Growth Habit:Forb
Leaf Arrangement:Alternate
Leaf Type:Simple
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Leaf Margin:Entire
Leaf Toothing:Entire
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
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ID Tips:The base of each leaf is perfoliate. The flowers are heavy and result in a nodding appearance
Gee Whiz:The seed contains an elaiosome rich in proteins and fats that attracts an ants, which in turn eats the elaiosome, and discards the seed.
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search