Appalachian Cove (S.C.)

Once used as a fortified blockhouse and an Indian trading post, this building and the nearby Richard's House, built in 1805, survived from a time when these foothills were part of the Indian frontier. The Richard's House is believed to be the first brick house in northwestern South Carolina. It served as a stagecoach stop in the early 1800's and is listed on the National Historic Register. The scenic Station Cove Falls is located down a 1 mile hiking trail. The variety of flora and fauna of this area are typical of the Appalachian Mountains.

Pennywort | Appalachian Cove (S.C.) | NatureScene
Pennywort | Appalachian Cove (S.C.) | NatureScene

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Pennywort: • Obolaria virginica • Southern woodland perennial • Common name reflects coin-like appearance • Low, fleshy plant with tiny white or purple flowers that grow in groups of 3 • Long, thick...
Redbud | Appalachian Cove (S.C.) | NatureScene
Redbud | Appalachian Cove (S.C.) | NatureScene

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Circis canadensis • Also called Judas Tree • Commonly-grown ornamental tree • Often flowers simultaneously with Dogwoods • Member of the Pea family • Grows from 20 to 40 feet with a trunk 10 to 12...
Rue Anemone | Appalachian Cove (S.C.) | NatureScene
Rue Anemone | Appalachian Cove (S.C.) | NatureScene

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Anemonella thalictroides • Member of the Buttercup family • Grows 4 to 8 inches in height • Delicate plant with stalked white flowers • Compound leaves with 3 round-lobed leaflets • Numerous stamens...