Description
Parnassia parviflora (also called Small-Flowered Grass-of-Parnassus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Saxifragaceae. It is native to the western United States. It grows in moist meadows and forests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parnassia parviflora is white, bell-shaped, and fragrant. The seed is a small, round, black drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.
Where to Find Parnassia parviflora
Parnassia parviflora is native to the western United States, primarily in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in moist, shady areas.