Jack in the Pulpit

Description:

This plant has one to two large, glossy leaves divided into three leaflets. The flower occurs on a separate stalk at the same height as the leaves. It is a large, cylindrical, hooded flower that is green with brown stripes (spathe- "the pulpit") with a club-shaped spadix ("Jack").

Habitat:

Spotted in a damp, woodland habitat.

Notes:

This plant has a strong, unpleasant taste, which causes a burning reaction if eaten raw. However, Native Americans gathered the corms for food.