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Monotropa uniflora
Also known as "Corpse Plant". Lacking chlorophyll, Indian Pipe has a waxy, whitish colouring, turning black with age. Myco-heterotroph. Drooping flowers and tiny, scale-like leaves.
Shady woods with rich soil and decaying plant matter.
Spotted on Aug 6, 2009
Submitted on May 12, 2011
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