The Brain Scoop: The Kankakee Mallow

The Kankakee Mallow flowers have bloomed at the apex of the plant. Caption: From extinction to several feet tall.

In this episode, host Emily Graslie learns about a special flower: the Kankakee Mallow. The only place in the world it's found in the wild is on a single small island in the middle of the Kankakee River in Illinois. It hadn't been seen in over a decade and was feared to be extinct. However, thanks to volunteer efforts, the flower is back in bloom. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.

(Source: DCMP)

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  • The Brain Scoop: The Kankakee Mallow

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    The Field Museum
    Length:
    8 minutes