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Plant Praise: Hexastylis with Highlands Cashiers Land Trust
This April we are highlighting Little Brown Jugs (Hexastylis arifolia) and Wild Ginger (Hexastylis shuttleworthii), two perennial herbaceous plants that have unique flowers and seed dispersal methods. Western Carolina University Biology Professor, Dr, Jacob Heiling will lead participants through Brushy Fave Preserve, one of HCLT’s public access properties to identify and discuss the flowering Hexastylis genus.
Please bring water, light snacks, and any other items to be comfortable outside and hiking for two hours. Brushy Face is an easy to moderate hiking trail with some elevation gain and uneven terrain.
*There are 15 spots available. RSVP by emailing americorps@hcltnc.org *