Starflower |
Starflower |
Trientalis borealis |
Primrose Family - Primulaceae |
From the center of a single whorl of 5 to 9 leaves arises 2 to 3 white flowers on
slender stalks. Flattish flowers (about ½ inch wide) generally have 7 pointed,
narrow petals with delicate stamens with bright yellow anthers. Leaves, up to
4 inches long, are lance-shaped with a short stalk. (Photographed - early June with Elizabeth and Martin Lee) |
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