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Search Term(s): Dicentra cucullaria   (1 record found)

FUMARIACEAE
Fumitory Family
Dicentra cucullaria  (Dutchman's-breeches)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Dicentra: from the Greek dis, (twice) and kentron, (spur), referring to the flower shape; cucullaria: hooded
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
April
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☐ Kent
☐ Sussex

Habitat
Rich woodlands and floodplains, uncommon on the Piedmont, rare on the Coastal Plain
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Rare
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
8
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Tubers eaten by Pine Vole. Nutrient rich elaiosomes on seeds are eaten by ants; as a result, ants help to disperse seed through the forest.
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Forested Floodplains and Riparian Swamps (Piedmont)
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Piedmont)
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