Sunday, March 10, 2024

March 10, 2024

This plant is known as a Hercules' Club
Also called Prickly Ash due to its thorny branches
But the birds and insects love it's fruit and seeds
So they are willing to take their chances. 

Location: Private residence, Vero Beach

Sources: https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=ZACL

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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