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blackroot (Pterocaulon pycnostachyum) observed in Hobe Sound

iNaturalist · 2026-05-23

A research-grade observation of blackroot (Pterocaulon pycnostachyum) was recorded in Hobe Sound, Florida, contributing verified location data for this native southeastern wildflower to the iNaturalist citizen-science database.

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A research-grade observation of blackroot was confirmed in Hobe Sound, Martin County, Florida.

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Pterocaulon pycnostachyum is a native Florida species associated with fire-maintained flatwoods, pine savannas, and sandy coastal habitats.

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The observation adds a georeferenced data point to the citizen-science record, supporting range and population monitoring for this native species.

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