Miterwort

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Perennial

Native distribution

Native to the Finger Lakes Region

Cultivation

Moist to dry, in forest shade. Adaptable to different soil types.

Propagation

Store seeds dry. Cold-moist stratify for 60-90days. Germinate at 70 degrees.

Location

Mundy Wildflower Garden, Coy Glen, Slaterville 600, McLean Bogs, Eames Bog, Purvis Road Wetlands Natural Area, Ringwood Ponds, Tarr-Young Preserve

Description

The flowers are very intricate and finely-cut, resembling a snowflake.

Special characteristics

The seeds in the open, upward-facing mature capsules, and are splash-dispersed by raindrops.

Status

L4|S5|G5