Rose Vervain(Glandularia canadensis), also known as rose verbena is a Missouri native wildflower. This perennial wildflower is seen in fields, rocky glades, roadsides, waste areas, and pastures throughout the central and southern parts of the state. This sprawling and clumping plant can grow to ...
One of the most popular wildflowers grown, this native North American perennial blooms in a traditional fall color palette of yellow with dark centers. Blooming from June to October, depending on your zone, these plants add dimension to the landscape and offer food for birds and bees alike. ...
The false map turtle is one of 14 species of map turtle, so-named due to the map-like markings on their shells. The false map turtle is found in large streams in the Mississippi-Missouri basin. The species is also known as the “Mississippi map turtle”. The female has a carapace leng...
Strelitzia is a genus of five species of perennial flowering plants. It is commonly known as the Bird of Paradise flower. It is sometimes called the Crane Flower in its native land of South Africa. They produce a fan of petals in different but always vibrant and contrasting colors. They are...
Find the last type of amphibian next. Michael Redmer/Getty Images The ringed salamander (Ambystoma annulatum) is native to Oklahoma, Missouri and Arkansas. See a messy-sounding salamander in the next image. Michael Redmer/Getty Images Salamanders, like this mud salamander, grow up the same ...
WE admired some of the native plants and wildflowers, including the Utah Agave with its tall colorful frond and the bush-like shrub, the Rubber Rabbitbrush. After our GC experience we headed to Flagstaff for the night at one of the nicest Comfort Inn hotels we have seen. ...
This mostly green moth (Xylophanes pluto) is native to the US and tropical parts of the world. It’s only found in the extreme South of the US given it prefers to feed on tropical plants such as chiococca. The moth has a base green color with gray overlays on the upper wings. Its ...
At this stage the caterpillar is at its largest, and has an almost plump appearance. It may be found away from milkweed plants as it seeks a suitable place in which to pupate. When a suitable spot is found, the caterpillar creates a silk pad on the underside of a leaf. It then hangs...
They can be found east of the Rocky Mountains in open areas with little ground cover and scattered trees, foraging on the ground or making hovering flights to pick up their food. It is also the state bird ofNew YorkandMissouri. #5 Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) ...
extract, a concentrate from the wild sage herb, is an herbal remedy used to treat a number of physical ailments. Native to the Mediterranean, sage is cultivated worldwide to treat sore throat, fever, and other complaints. Also known as salvia, the herb is often used in many styles of ...