Pipsissewa
Chimaphila umbellata
Description:
A member of the evergreen family, Pyrolaceae. The plant has dish shaped, white or pink flowers, and sometimes has leaves. Flowers bloom in the summer. Prefers dry, shady uplands.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Prince's Pine |
| Plant Family: | Pyrolaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
| Bloom Time: | Late June to mid July |
| Fruit Timing: | July to October |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, SNR |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Shade |
| Light Range: | Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry |