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Growing along the edge of a field of broad beans in Bawburgh.

25.06.2019

Recent Sightings

Tree Cotoneaster in Fincham churchyard

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We found this Tree Cotoneaster in Fincham churchyard, in west Norfolk; there were a number of plants present, it would appear that the local birds have taken a liking to the berries and have deposited them in various locations around the village.

Grass-of-Parnassus on Booton Common

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Grass-of-Parnassus (Parnassia palustris) — Grass-of-Parnassus (*Parnassia palustris*) Photo: Bob Ellis

We were fortunate to come across this small patch of Grass-of-Parnassus growing on this species rich fen. There were around 25 plants in flower growing within one 10 meter square.

Harsh Downy-rose

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It seems to be a good autumn for rose hips and now is the easiest time of year to spot the more unusual species.

Trailing Tormentil on NWT Hickling reserve

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Tormentil flower — Trailing Tormentil (*Potentilla anglica*) Photo: Janet Higgins

On a raised track on NWT Hickling marsh, we found a few plants of Trailing Tormentil creeping along the ground. The solitary yellow flowers in the leaf axils had mostly four petals but there were also some flowers with five petals.

Sharp Rush on Titchwell Marsh

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Wild Flowers Revealed is a joint meeting between the Norfolk Flora Group and the Norfolk and Norwich Naturalists’ Society. This year the meeting was held at RSPB Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve, and as always, it was a popular and informative meeting.