
by Kevin Adams, 2006. Used with permission.

by Andrew Buchanan, 2006. Used with permission.
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Oconee Bells, Shortia galcifolia, by Kevin Adams, 2006.
Northern Oconee Bells, Shortia galacifolia var. brevistyla, by Andrew Buchanan, 2006.
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