Paradoxa Chapter is based in Rolla. Our name refers to Echinacea paradoxa (yellow coneflower), the only member of the “purple coneflower” genus with yellow ray flowers, endemic to the Ozarks. Our goals are to improve our skill in identifying plants, from seedling through fruiting stages, as well as learning their habitats; to become more familiar with scientific names and botanical terminology; and to promote conservation of native plants. Our members vary in their levels of expertise, but all share a desire to learn. Currently, we schedule at least four botany walk-abouts during the year, with additional field trips, workshops, and programs as determined by the interests of our members. In addition, a group of us meet on Thursday mornings at Audubon Trails Nature Center in Rolla and walk the trail through woodland and prairie habitats, documenting species in bloom and population size.

Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 12, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: Fall Nature Festival & Native Plant Sale at Audubon Trails Nature Center, 550 Meriweather Court, Rolla. Paradoxa will have a display and also lead wildflower walks. There will be many more exhibits and activities to explore plus a chance to purchase native plants and birding supplies. Read more about the activities, exhibitors, and vendors at FallFestival.MONature.org

Saturday, October 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon: Walkabout at Edgars’ restored prairie, south of Rolla. John and Elaine have discovered 10 new plants on their property this year, so we hope to further expand our plant list! Email paradoxarolla@gmail.com for directions.

Saturday, November 7, 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m: Seed Swap & Annual Meeting at Bray Conservation Area, 14220 County Road 7000, Rolla. Bring seeds and/or other stuff you want to share (book titles, websites, useful gadgets, etc.). We’ll discuss plans for next year, so think about places you would like to visit and topics you would like to learn more about. The Chapter will supply pizza; please bring your own drink.

For more information about events, or to be added to our email notification list, please contact Pam at the address below.

Contact Us
Pam Barnabee
paradoxarolla@gmail.com

Favorite Places
Audubon Trails Nature Center
Bohigian Conservation Area (Mill Creek)
Kaintuck Hollow Trail
Lane Spring Recreation Area
Maramec Spring Park
Marguerite Bray Conservation Area
St. James Park Glade (Plant List)
Spring Creek Gap Conservation Area