Bunchberry
Cornus canadensis
Family: Dogwood
Note the 4 white bracts that surround the center cluster of the insignifigant greenish flowers, giving the aspect of a single blossom. Leaves in a whorl of 6. Fruit a tight cluster of scarlet berries.
Height: 3-8 inches
Found: Cold woods and mountain slopes.
Blooms: May-July
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