Studies in Forest Ecology

Casual observations made during botanical excursions to various parts of the state during the past twelve years have revealed a very scattered and unusual distribution in Indiana of the hemlock, Tsuga canadensis. As stated by Deam (4), this species is usually to be found in Indiana on north-or northwest-facing slopes. It is most commonly found on the steep slopes, canyon walls and rims of deep ravines, but may also be found in pure stands in some places such as at Turkey Run, in Parke county, where it is associated with beech and maple on plateau tops above canyon walls, and at Pine Hills, in Montgomery county, where it is associated with beech (Fagus grandifolia), maple (Acer saccharum and A. nigrum) and white pine (Pinus strobus)