#25. Inside-out-flower
(Also known as Duck's Foot.)
Family Name:
Barberry Family
Habitat:
Moist shady woods.
Characteristics:
1. Cream colored petals turned back, with stamens & pistols pointing down.
This gives the flowers the appearance of tiny white ballerinas.
2. Flowers are found on a loose raceme which is taller than the leaves.
3. Compound leaves contain 9 or more leaflets which are shaped like ducks
feet.
Uses or Importances:
1. Ornamental ground cover.
Paul Slichter