My husband limbed up some hemlocks beside a small stream on our property, and this was our pleasant surprise. It is an Indian Pipe wildflower, also called Ghost Plant, because of its absence of chlorophyll. It is quite a striking sight tucked in amongst the leaves. It blooms June-Sept. and if you're walking in the woods, you can't miss it! Mary
Monday, July 27, 2009
Pleasant Surprise
My husband limbed up some hemlocks beside a small stream on our property, and this was our pleasant surprise. It is an Indian Pipe wildflower, also called Ghost Plant, because of its absence of chlorophyll. It is quite a striking sight tucked in amongst the leaves. It blooms June-Sept. and if you're walking in the woods, you can't miss it! Mary
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I love the Indian Pipes! Haven't seen one in years. Reminds me of my camping days - thanks for showing it.
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Oh Mary! What a gorgeous plant!! I've never seen anything like it ~ and the leaves in your photo above are simply gorgeous....wishing you a wonderful fall weekend, xxoo, Dawn
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