Upslope from plot is a 2 meter tall limestone ledge.;Steep N facing slope above Rattlesnake Run. Dense, shady canopy created by large, well spaced overstory trees. The forest floor is lush with herbs. No signs of recent human disturbance. Low cover in low shrub layer reflects heavy deer browsing.
Representativeness
Large patch cool cove forest on limestone. Community contiues upslope and east and west from plot.