Galax urceolata

Common names: Carolina Galax

Genus: Galax

Species: Galax aphylla

Class: Pentandria

Order: Monogynia

Authority: Linnaeus

Modern Genus: Galax

Modern Species: Galax urceolata

Modern Family: Diapensiaceae

Plant Type: perennial, best if protected in the greenhouse in winter

Color: white

Season: early summer

Native Region: Georgia and Carolina.

Artist: S. Edwards, Sansum