Geum canadense
Geum canadense white avens
This white wildflower has an unusual appearance. Flowers have 5 white petals with pointed green bracts between the petals; numerous stamens arise from the flowerhead. Stems and leaves are pubescent.
Habitat & Range
Common in woods and on roadsides.
Present throughout the state.
Wetland codes
| EMP: | FACU |
|---|---|
| NCNE: | FAC |
Phenology
Flowers May to August.
Characteristics
Flowers petals are white, as long as or longer than the sepals
Leaves
Basal leaves long-petioled, with 3 leaflets
Cauline leaves progressively reduced, uppermost simple and sessile
Plant Codes
S-rank: No rank
G-rank: G5 (Secure)
Geum canadense white avens
Leaf and flower bud
Plant form
Flower
Flower
Leaves
Seed head
By side of road
Flower detail
Plant form & habitat
Flowers & leaves
Plant Life-Form
perennial forb
Common Names
white avens
