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Goldenrod Galls​

  (Solidago rugosa infected by Rhopalomyia solidaginis and Monarda fistulosa seed heads

This life size piece show the effects of a goldenrod midge on the growth of a goldenrod plant.  The midge lays its eggs at the terminal growth end.  The egg  form a gall, a protective covering for the developing larva, that stunts the plant growth and forms what is called a bunch gall. The gall looks like a flower, especially when dry.

This piece will be on display at the 164th International Works on Paper exhibit held by the Philadelphia Watercolor Society in September, 2024, were it has received that Barbara Ball Award.  See the Exhibits page for more information.


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