Paronychia canadensis
(Forked Nailwort)

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Facts About this Plant:

    Common Names: Forked Nailwort, Canada Forked Chickweed, Smooth Forked Nailwort, Smooth Forked Whitlow Wort, Tall Forked Chickweed
    Synonyms: Anychia canadensis, Anychia dichotoma, Paronychia dichotoma
      Lifespan: Annual
      Zones: N/A
      Type: Forb
      Bloom Time: June - October
      Status: Native
      Range:

    Paronychia canadensis, or Forked Nailwort, is native to about the eastern half of the United States. It is an annual that grows in sandy soil, often in oak openings, Jack pine stands, or other open, sandy areas. It blooms from early summer into fall, with very small white-green flowers.

    This plant looks similar to some other members of the genus. More information will be posted at a later time about differentiating other species.

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