I sacrificed this Little Brown Jugs flower to see what the inside looks like. It is a dark maroon color and very velvety. The pistil and anthers are located at the base of the flower.
Birthwort Family This "Little Brown Jugs relative" has much larger flowers which are more open. The tough leaves are evergreen and mottled. These flowers were in my neighbor's garden. Perennial Where seen:Oak Ridge, Great Smoky Mountains NP
Birthwort Family Wild Ginger flowers are related to Little Brown Jugs. Both have flowers that grow on the ground. These are common in the Smokies. Perennial Where seen:Frozen Head SP, Great Smoky Mountains NP, Warriors' Path SP
