Satellite saxifrage

Mitella pentandra, July 6, 2023

In fruit, RFR 9,800’ 8.10.23

Common & scientific name

Five-star mitrewort, Mitella pentandra

Family

Saxifrage, Saxifragaceae

Location

Grottos, 9,500’

Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact

Oh how I love these miniature satellites, these most delicate, complex, and airy of wildflowers. It feels like they shouldn’t even be called “flowers,” they are so totally unique. Look (HARD) for them now in moist woods, and be delighted!

In fruit, RFR 9,800’ 8.10.23