Mitchella repens
Seen in hemlock forests where the competition is mild, and in drier forests with sandy soils. Often on banks of forest trails & logging roads. The flowers grow in pairs and the red fruits are eaten by wildlife.
Plant Information
Common Name(s):
Partridgeberry
Type:
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture:
Dry
Moist
Moist
Light:
Part Sun
Part Shade
Shade
Part Shade
Shade
Soil:
Humus-rich Woodland
"green" in winter
Showy fruit
Groundcover
Showy fruit
Groundcover