Observations by z_stanley

Clinging to dead Juniperus virginiana stump leaning at 45degree angle, approximately 3m in overall length. Not in flower at time of collection. Growing in thicket approximately 5m to the south and east of the SE portion of barrens trail.

3-4m tall tree spanning 2m at widest. Located to the SW of walking path opposite from barren entry point. Very recent brush clearing activity in this section of the trail has left specimen completely exposed on all sides. Exhibiting unusual growth habit by having sporadic limb placement. Bark shows very clear indication of U. alata.

Approximately 15m tall with a span of 8-10m. Bristle tips and furrowed bark typical of red oaks. Growing at northern edge of walking trail 200m into the barrens area. 3m North of trail prior to first SW turn in path. Flanked by dense Cedar/Oak-Hickory Forest.

Approx 4m tall with a span of 3m. Not substantial although alone in lawn with no direct competition. In full exposure, growing from a split in a large piece of limestone. Bark furrowing/protrusions indicative of Celtis sp. Although leaves smaller than typical. Fruit a small orange/yellow drupe.

Clinging to Platanus occidentalis. Intentionally transplanted from forest across from creek approximately 3 years ago according to property owner. Approximately 4 meters in length growing upward on 12-15 meter tall Platanus occidentalis.

Growing along walking trail approaching barrens area. On Southern side of trail in dense shade provided by Oaks and Hickories. Approximately 2 meters tall with a span of approximately 1 meter. Many leaves defoliated with drupes evident.

Growing along riverbank behind retail garden center. Approximately 3.5 meters tall with a span of approximately 2 meter span. Area immediately surrounding (1 meter) tree has been cleared, but Juglans nigra and Platanus occidentalis provide dense shading.