Beech Drops
Epifagus virginiana
Description:
This plant completely lacking in chlorophyll. It is mostly white with purple streaks
Habitat:
At the base of birch trees in Acadia National Park. These were very plentiful, but most were past their prime.
Notes:
I recently learned these are pollinated by an ant, Prenolepis imparis
Maine, USA
Lat: 44.30, Long: -68.27
Spotted on Oct 14, 2018
Submitted on Dec 1, 2018
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