Wildflowers: Columbine
The petals of this red-and-yellow, nodding flower are said to resemble doves, thus the name derives from the Latin word columba, or dove. There are five “doves” on each flower, the red upward spur being the head and the flaring petals the wings. The spurs, or tubes, contain nectar and attract long-tongued insects and hummingbirds. Range: Georgia to Maine. Bloom season: April to July.
Trillium - Dutchman's Britches - Lady's-slipper - Jack-in-the-pulpit -
Solomon's Seal - Bluets - Columbine - Jewel Weed
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