Mitella nuda
Considered "demonstrably secure in NYS" by NY Flora Association, but scarce in the Cayuga Lake quadrangle. Prefers cooler, wet locales. The common name "naked" refers to the absence of leaves on the flower stalk (vs. M. diphylla). Leaves are basal only and much rounder than M. diphylla.
Native Plant of the Month
April 2008
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
naked mitrewort
naked bishop's cap
naked bishop's cap
Type:
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Status:
Scarce in Finger Lakes
Moisture:
Moist
Wet
Wet
Light:
Shade
Soil:
Humus-rich Woodland