Mitchella repens (partridgeberry)

Partridge berry is a ground-hugging vinelike perennial herb that forms a mat of evergreen leaves under the shade of shrubs and trees, especially oaks. The stems of partridge berry creep along the ground, rooting at the nodes. This petite evergreen, slightly woody plant can grow in dappled to partial shade and can withstand some dry conditions. Grows best in acid soils under the canopy of large trees and shrubs. The four-parted flowers grow in pairs and produce a single red berry.

BONAP Native Range Map (bright green indicates county native, dark green indicates state native)  

Photo by Kathy Thornton

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