Common Name: Spring Beauty
Scientific Name: Claytonia virginica
Family: Portulacaceae (Purslanes)
Blooming Period: March - May
Taken at: Celery Bog, 3/28/99

Spring Beauties are one of the first spring wildflowers, and are frequently found in large patches. The plants are small - 6"-12", with lanceolate leaves. The flowers are white, frequently with pink striping. It grows in moist woods and clearings.