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Native to North America
At a glance
A slender flower stalk rises above a basal rosette of narrow leaves. Small white, six-parted flowers have a distinctive grainy surface and cluster along the upper stem.
Scientific name: Aletris farinosa
Family: Nartheciaceae
Growth: Herbaceous perennial
Bloom: Late spring–summer
Habitat: Open sandy or peaty sites, moist meadows, and woodland openings
Identification
- Basal rosette of narrow, parallel-veined leaves
- Small white tubular flowers with six spreading tips
- Grainy or mealy flower surface
Field photographs
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Range & sightings
Southeastern Canada and central and eastern United States.
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Identification and range reference: NC State Extension.