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Goldthread. Goptis t/rifolia. 



Found during May in moist woods. 



The root sends up flowers and leaves on stems from 3 to 5 inches 

 high. 



The leaf is compound with 3 small leaflets that are wedge-shaped, 

 with notched margins, tough texture, and smooth, shining surface ; it is 

 set on a long slender stem. Evergreen, and of a dark green color. 



The flower is small ; of 5 or 7 narrow, tapering calyx-parts that 

 are a fine silvery-white color. The true petals are inconspicuous and 

 easily confused with the numerous stamens and pistils. The flower- 

 stem is long and slender. 



This has a shining flower and leaf. The bright yellow thread- 

 like roots give it its common name. 



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