15. Site Significance Summary: -. 



(1) This is the largest sand myrtle ( Leiophyllum buxifolium ) pop*- 

 ulation known within the Carolinas when considered in terms of 

 number of individuals within a single community type, bounded 

 by other communities (fide A, E, Radford), 



(2) The site represents an excellent example of an unusual community 

 type— Pinus palustris/Leiophyllum buxifolium/Aristida stricta , 



(3) Green Pond contains a sizeable population of the threatened 

 species, loose water-milfoil ( Myriophyllum laxum ). 



(4) Green Pond is a good example of a steep-walled limesink. 



14, N, C, Natural Heritage Program Priority Rating! 



local priority 



