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Monday, August 10, 2015

Tennessee Leafcup (Polymnia laevigata Beadle)

Photographic Location: Taylor Hollow State Natural Area in Middle Tennessee
This wildflower is a member of the Aster family (Asteraceae).

 Little is known about the biology of this rare species. It’s not even clear if it’s an annual, perennial, or biennial. Numerous species of insects have been observed visiting Tennessee leafcup and carrying away pollen, including bees, bugs, wasps, flies, and ants. It apparently also self-pollinates to a high degree, which may contribute to its rarity since selfpollination leads to lowered genetic diversity and decreased adaptability.

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