Maianthemum canadense

Found in acidic soil in forests or hummocks in swamps. Can form dense patches. Blooms in May in the Finger Lakes. Shiny oval leaves, and the entire plant is under 6 inches.

Mentioned in Solidago

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Canada Mayflower
Type: 
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture: 
Moist
Wet
Light: 
Part Shade
Shade
Ephemeral
Groundcover

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