Bunchberry or Dwarf Cornel

Bunchberry or Dwarf Cornel

Cornus canadensis

Dogwood Family - Cornaceae

In the center of the leaves, on a short stalk, is the flower structure (1 to 1.5 inches wide) consisting of 4 prominent white bracts with numerous, tiny, yellowish-green true flowers centrally. (Photographed with Elizabeth and Martin Lee - early June)

A small herb (about 3 to 8 inches tall) with a single whorl of usually 6 leaves.

Leaves pointed, oval shaped, up to 3 inches long with obvious arching veins.

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