Claytonia virginica L.Spring Beauty |
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Names and MythsClaytonia Of John Clayton 1685-1773, virginica of Virginia |
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Natural history / FolkloreFlowers close when the sun is low or when rain is likely. Closing prevents the dilution of the nectar. C. virginica moist woods and clearings, C. caroliniana found in the mountains. Corms are edible and were a favorite of Indian children, known as fairy-spuds and wild potatoes, a favorite food of the Grizzly bear.6,29 The leaves of these species can also be eaten raw.32 |
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DescriptionMarch to May White flowers, five rounded petals with pink stripes. C.v. has narrow opposite grass-like leaves, C.c. has wider leaves. Rich open wooded slopes and floodplains. |
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