Ellen Jessee sent in this photo of an early sign of spring!
I saw my first Trout Lily (Erythronium americanism) of the season blooming beside the Dick & Willie Trail along Mulberry Creek between Country Club Drive and the Smith River. The name refers to the mottled leaves which resemble trout skin. Other common names are Adder’s-Tongue and Dog Tooth Violet. Dog tooth refers to the tiny bulb at the base of the root that resembles a tiny, white dog’s tooth. The flower’s six brown stamens stick out like reptilian tongues giving rise to the name Adder’s-Tongue. It’s a sweet, beautiful little plant that brings joy to the soul because it means spring is arriving!
Photo by Ellen Jessee
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