Posts Tagged ‘plantofthemonth’
Plant of the Month: Sundew
High among the windswept tors and sprawling mires of Dartmoor, a quiet predator lurks. It doesn’t stalk its prey or strike with claws — it waits, glistening in the sunlight. These are the sundews, small but deadly insectivorous plants that have adapted to thrive in the nutrient-poor wetlands of this ancient moorland. A Sticky Situation:…
Read MorePlant of the Month: Oak
Approaching May Day, mature oak trees begin to flower. Both male and female flowers form on the same tree, with the male flowers spreading pollen from dangling catkins and the female flowers opening as tiny buds between the leaves and branches. These buds will be what become acorns in autumn, holding within them the potential…
Read MorePlant Of The Month: Cladonia Lichens
Cladonia Lichens: Nature’s Miniature ForestsThis month because most plants are tricky to find and identify, we’re looking at Dartmoor’s fascinating array of montane lichens. Among the most intriguing are those from the genus Cladonia, known for their striking, miniature forest-like appearance. These lichens though inconspicuous and often overlooked, play a crucial role in Dartmoor’s upland…
Read More