western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus) observed in Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA, US
iNaturalist: dsmgolf
Summary
4.5/10A research-grade observation of western skunk cabbage documented in Kenmore, Washington contributes to public biodiversity monitoring and helps track the species distribution in urban wetland areas of the Pacific Northwest.
Key Findings
Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus) confirmed present in Kenmore, WA residential area via research-grade iNaturalist observation
Species distribution documented in urban/suburban context near Juanita Drive northeast corridor
Observation meets iNaturalist research-grade quality standards for scientific data validity
Original Abstract
Research-grade observation of western skunk cabbage in Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA, US.
Species Mentioned
Lysichiton americanus, also called western skunk cabbage (US), yellow skunk cabbage (UK), American skunk-cabbage or swamp lantern, is a plant found in swamps and wet woods, along streams and in other wet areas of the Pacific Northwest, where it is one of the few native species in the arum family.
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