Southern Appalachian Limestone Rich Cove Forest – CEGL006472
North-facing slope along Stock Creek at north end of the Natural Tunnel supports large colonies of glade fern (Homalosorus pycnocarpos) and other nutrient-demanding herbs under a canopy dominated by yellow buckeye (Aesculus flava). Natural Tunnel State Park, Scott County. © DCR-DNH, Gary P. Fleming