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Questions and Answers: 2016

Question: This plant was observed beneath a mixed pine forest in Rhode Island. Any idea?

  • Question

    This plant was observed beneath a mixed pine forest in Rhode Island. Any idea?

    Answer

    Dear NNEL, your plant is Chimaphila umbellate (noble prince's-pine). It is an herbaceous, evergreen member of the Ericaceae (health family) that is native to North America. It is found in a variety of forest types in New England. Best wishes.