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Appalachian Xeric Calcareous Cliff - CEGL004476
Massive cliff of Lincolnshire Limestone at Panther Cave on Cedar Creek, southwest of Middletown, Frederick County.  Vascular plants such as purple cliffbrake (Pellaea atropurpurea) are present but sparse.  Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation land.

 © DCR-DNH, Gary P. Fleming
Appalachian Xeric Calcareous Cliff - CEGL004476