NPSpecies

Data Source: Wiegand, 2001b;

Data Source: Helen Hamilton

Data Source: Helen Hamilton

Park Species Detail: Wiegand, 2001b: Climbing boneset (Mikania scandens) does not occur with regularity in flood-prone habitats, and is not seen frequently along the Potomac River. Several flowering plants were seen growing along the towpath immediately downriver from Fletcher's Boathouse. However, the species was not noted growing in any natural habitat in this area. Found at 1 site. A watch list (and otherwise uncommon) plant species known to occur within the District of Columbia portion of LOCO (along the C&O Canal NHP and Potomac River from the Maryland line to Key Bridge, Washington, D.C.), Park Species Data Source: Wiegand, 2001b