Aralia hispida Vent.

Locations ofAralia hispida Vent. in Virginia

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Family
Araliaceae
Botanical Name
Aralia hispida Vent.
Common Name
Bristly Sarsaparilla
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Aralia hispida Vent.
Comments
Habitat
Cliffs, rocky woodlands, and high-elevation clearings, primarily associated with acidic rocks, especially sandstone, quartzite, and granites. The persistence of this species appears to be strongly dependent on fire or other disturbances; relatively large populations have been known to disappear during long periods without disturbance, only to reappear following a fire. Rare in the n. mountains, south to Augusta County.
Native Status
Native

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