Maritime Swamp Forest (Black Willow Type) – CEGL006348

Drawn-down, seasonally flooded dune swale with open woodland dominated by black willow (Salix nigra, in background), shrubs of buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis), and large colonies of mild water-pepper (Persicaria hydropiperoides, in foreground).  Savage Neck Dunes State Natural Area Preserve, Northampton County.