Genus: Maianthemum means 'May flower' in reference to early blooming
Species: racemosum means 'in a raceme' (flowers in a stalked cluster)
aka False Spikenard, Plumed Solomon's Seal, Feathery False Lily-of-the-Valley. Impressive for its size, 3' (1 m) or more, and the beauty of its large leaves, up to 8", which seem to stair step up the stalk. The small flowers at the end of the stem form a plumy panicle, which is a more open or branched raceme (see macro view). Flowers in May and June (and later per the featured flower) and produces greenish-red berries in season. Usually found in moist forest understory to 5,000' elevation. (ref. Clark) Note: see Pojar for meaning of common name.
Trail Notes:
Trail/Hike: Eastside Trail/Chinook Creek
Date: July 15, 2006
Location: within 0.25 mi. north of junction of Eastside Trail and Owyhigh Lakes Trail
