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Two new flower species found in Missouri

Scientists have discovered two new types of wild flowers growing in Missouri.

Jennifer Sheffield has the story from the capitol.

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Missouri's bouquet of native flowers has two new additions: the long-bracted green orchid, with pale green blossoms, and Monkshood (MONKS hood), a small violet flower.

A Central-Missouri biologist, found the wild orchid on her family's property.

Mike Leahay is a community ecologist.

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If you think the next new Missouri flower might be growing in your backyard, the Conservation Department recommends calling a regional Nature Center.

I'm Jennifer Sheffield in Jefferson City.