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Wind Cave National ParkFalse Gromwell Seedling
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Wind Cave National Park
Seed Study - Chamaesyce glyptosperma
Chamaesyce glyptosperma (Euphorbia glyptosperma) - ribseed sandmat

Chamaesyce glyptosperma (Euphorbia glyptosperma) - Ribseed Sandmat

Species: Chamaesyce glyptosperma (Euphorbia glyptosperma)
Common name: ribseed sandmat

Seedling Identification: Red stems with small oval leaves that are dull green on the upper surface and red underneath. Leaves lay fairly flat on the ground.

 
A picture of Alvin McDonald in his caving hat.  

Did You Know?
Alvin McDonald was the first systematic explorer of Wind Cave. He explored the cave from 1890 until his death in 1893.
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Last Updated: September 08, 2007 at 14:53 EST