false lily of the valley

Overview

False lily of the valley (Maianthemum bifolium) is a woodland perennial native to the Northern Hemisphere. It grows in the understory of cool, moist, deciduous forests. False lily of the valley can reach up to 24 inches in height and features heart-shaped leaves and slender flowering stems that bloom between April and July. Its flowers are white and bell-shaped and feature six tiny petals and long, curved stamens. Its berries are small and reddish-purple when ripe, lasting through the summer. False lily of the valley's blooms are incredibly fragrant, providing a pleasant scent to the surrounding area.

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