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Trailing Pearlwort (Sagina decumbens) in July on Islesboro Island in southern coastal Maine

On Islesboro Island, growing as a mossy filler between stepping stones is Trailing Pearlwort (Sagina decumbens). A helpful distinguishing characteristic of this tiny flower is the unusual five-style feathery pistil.

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