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tall thimbleweed
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tall thimbleweed
Anemone virginiana
Tall thimbleweed is a pretty flower that grows tall and has soft, white petals. It loves to bloom in sunny spots and can be found in fields and forests.
Habitat: Fields and forests
Appearance
The tall thimbleweed has distinct white to greenish-white flowers, which are actually sepals, not petals. These give way to prominent, egg-shaped, fuzzy green seed heads that resemble a sewing thimble. Its stems are often hairy, supporting deeply lobed, palm-shaped leaves.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRanunculalesFamilyRanunculaceaeGenusAnemone
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
After flowering, a fuzzy green thimble full of seeds forms, which turns silvery-white!
Its genus name, *Anemone*, comes from a Greek word meaning "windflower"!
Native Americans used its strong fibers to make twine and string!
The white "petals" are actually sepals, modified leaves protecting the true flower parts!
Special abilities
Ability
Fluffy Seed Parachutes
Tall thimbleweed develops fuzzy seed heads that help wind carry its seeds far away to spread.
Ability
Toxic Shield
Tall thimbleweed contains irritating compounds that deter many herbivores from eating its foliage.
Ability
Underground Network
Tall thimbleweed develops rhizomes that allow it to spread vegetatively and survive harsh conditions.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 60-120 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Common eastern bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
gathers nectar from its flowers.
symbiotic with
Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungus
Rhizophagus irregularis
exchanges nutrients with its roots.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch flowers without asking an adult first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is tall thimbleweed?
60-120 cm
How wide does tall thimbleweed spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on tall thimbleweed?
2-3 cm
When does tall thimbleweed bloom?
Summer
Is tall thimbleweed edible?
No
Is tall thimbleweed toxic?
Mild
What is tall thimbleweed's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is tall thimbleweed pollinated?
Insect
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