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Fen Grass of Parnassus

Parnassia glauca

UncommonPlant
Illustration of Fen Grass of Parnassus (Parnassia glauca)

Fen Grass of Parnassus is a delicate wildflower of calcareous wetlands, fens, and wet cliffs, producing single white flowers with intricate greenish veins on long slender stems. It grows in cold, calcium-rich, nutrient-poor habitats and is an indicator of high-quality fen conditions. Small bees and flies pollinate it.

Habitat
Calcareous fens, wet cliffs, and moist limestone outcrops in northeastern North America
Diet
Small native bees and flies pollinate the flowers
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Fen Grass of Parnassus

The best time to see a Fen Grass of Parnassus is August–September, when about 77% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,460 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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