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Saxifraga virginiensis
Saxifraga virginiensis (Early saxifrage,[2][3] Virginia saxifrage) is a wildflower native to eastern and central North America.[4] It is a herbaceous plant, which can reach 30 cm tall (12 inches).[5] This species flowers in the spring and is usually found growing on rocks, cliffs, or logs. The pubescent stem is thought to deter ground insects from reaching its flowers, which would be less effective for pollination than flying insects.
Growing on rockface near Etowah River Trail in Canton, GA
Spotted on Mar 19, 2011
Submitted on Jan 23, 2013
