White Snakeroot

White Snakeroot is progressing in the shaded areas.  These were found along the marsh road.  Although many are just starting, some have already gone to seed.  This plant is poisonous to animals and humans.  American Indians used this plant in a poultice to treat snakebite, maybe that is how it got its name.

Enjoy!

~ Robin

Jack is Turning Red

Jack-in-the-pulpits have formed fruit.  Along the marsh road the berries are bright red.  The fruit might be tempting, but don't give in, it is poison.  Some Indian tribes have developed a process to render this plant's poison harmless, but it is a process that takes a long time.  Not exactly on my list of things to try.  ;-)

Enjoy! (Just don't eat!)

~ Robin