Geum canadense

Geum canadense white avens

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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)

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