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Micranthes virginiensis
As indicated by the common name, blooms relatively early in spring. The flowers of Micranthes virginiensis usually have 5 white, unspotted petals and 5 sepals. The flower has 10 stamens. Micranthes virginiensis has only basal leaves; they have flattened petioles. The leaf blades are ovate to elliptic with crenate or serrate margins.
Found in almost all of the eastern United States and Canada. It grows on rock outcrops and moist forest slopes.
Spotted along Vineyard Mountain Eagle Scout Trail at the Riverside Day Use Park.
Spotted on Mar 30, 2014
Submitted on May 22, 2014
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