Honeysuckle Family April 24, 2006 I found this shrub blooming along a trail high in the Smokies on a futile attempt to find a Painted Trillium. The large flowers are sterile, their purpose is to attract the attention of pollinators. If the small flowers are pollinated they will produce red berries in the fall. Perennial Where seen: Great Smoky Mountains NP map...
Lily Family Height: 8" -32" April 10, 2005 These uncommon plants are a treat to see blooming in the forest. They are related to the yellow-flowered Nodding Mandarin. Look for tiny purple dots on the "tepals" (same-colored sepals and petals). Maculatum means "spotted". Both of these plants are found in forests on the Cumberland Plateau. They can grow up to 32 inches tall. Close up picture follows. Perennial Where seen: Frozen Head SP, Piney River, Great Smoky Mountains NP
Lily Family view from below
