Lucas Land

leaves and flowersCutleaf Toothwort

Cardamine concatenata

from Nearctica

Identification: Flowers white, relatively large, turning pink with age. Stem with 3 leaves, each with 3 lobes, arising from approximately the same spot on the stem. Lobes of each leaflet commonly divided into more lobes. Leaflets narrow and dentate. Stem leaves similar to basal leaves. Plant 8 to 16 inches in height.

Distribution: Throughout eastern and central North America.

Habitat: This species is found in rich, moist woods and along river banks.

Flowering period: April to June.

Note: This species has been referred to as Dentaria laciniata

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