Family: Liliaceae, Lily view all from this family

Description Arched stem lined with large conspicuous leaves; small flowers dangle, often in pairs, on thin stems below leaves. Distinguished from other species by minute hairs along veins on the undersides of leaves.
Flowers: 1/2" (12 mm), bell-like, greenish white.
Leaves: ovate, stalkless, pale green, parallel-veined; hairy underneath.
Fruit: small blue-black berry, 1/4-1/3" (6-9 mm) diameter.
Height: 20-36" (50-90 cm).

Flower April-June.

Habitat Rich, moist forests and woodlands.

Range Maritime Provinces, southern Quebec, and southeastern Ontario south in mountains to North Carolina, extreme northern Georgia, and Tennessee, and to northern Illinois, northeastern Iowa and eastern Minnesota.

Discussion This native eastern woodland wildflower is a member of the lily family. Its arching habit, large veins, and delicate flowers followed by berries make it an attractive plant for a shady backyard wildlife habitat. The similar Smooth Solomon's Seal lacks the hairs on the underside of the leaf.