Medeola virginiana
Common in moist woods in late spring
Medeola virginiana Indian cucumber-root
A white-tuberous perennial, frequent in moist woods. It flowers in late spring and early summer, bearing a sessile umbel of flowers, which open one after another - one flower at a time. Leaves are cauline in two whorls on the stem.
Habitat & Range
Grows in moist understory woods.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | FAC |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FACU |
Phenology
Flowers late May through early June.
Special Characters
Leaves in two whorls along the stem
Plant Codes
S-rank: No Rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Medeola virginiana Indian cucumber-root
Flower with leaves
Flower
Seed pods
Fruit & leaves
In the sun
Fruits & leaves
Ripening fruit
Common Names
Indian cucumber-root
Indian cucumber
