Mitella pauciflora, a
perennial, as with another species, Mitella furusei var.
subramosa, occurs in damp to wet places in valleys in
mountainous regions. Radical leaves, with petioles, measure 3-6cm in
length, in a broad ovate shape, and cleft shallowly in five, with
long hairs on both sides and petioles. Flower stalks are
approximately 15cm, with glandular hairs on the upper parts and
peduncles. Petals are pinnately cut into 5-9, and sepals open flat.
Bloom time: April-May. |