Question: Growing near edge of a wetland in Central MA, blooming now (late April). Perhaps 1' tall. Thanks for your help.
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Question
Growing near edge of a wetland in Central MA, blooming now (late April). Perhaps 1' tall. Thanks for your help.
Answer
Dear Quinn, this plant is Chamaedaphne calyculata (leatherleaf). It is a member of the health family (Ericaceae). The urceolate flowers arranged in a one-sided raceme subtended by small bracts, both the leaves and bracts with small scales on their surfaces are good identifying characters.
