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Conopholis americana
The only part of the plant generally seen is the cone-shaped inflorescence, which appears above ground in spring. The entire structure is a yellowish color, turning to brown. It achieves heights of 10 centimeters (4 in) to 20 centimeters (8 in) tall.
Woodland trail
This wildflower is unusual because it is totally parasitic, mostly on the roots of oak and beech trees. Cancer-root is a native flowering plant of eastern United States and Canada and also goes by the names Squaw-root, Bumeh or Bear Corn.
Spotted on May 27, 2023
Submitted on May 31, 2023
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