April 19, 2026

Virginia Springbeauty (Claytonia virginica) blooming right now. Open on bright sunny days, not open at night and not open on cloudy days. Native to eastern North America, and generally not found in Florida.

A small ephemeral perennial, growing to just 3 to 12 inches tall. The buds emerge from a stem between the plant’s two grass-like leaves. The blooms measure 1/2 to 3/4 inch across.

I’m always pleased to find these beauties every spring.

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