Miterwort Mitella diphylla

Other common names: Bishop's Cap, Coolwort Miterwort, Two-leaved Bishop's Cap French names: Mitrelle à deux feuilles Family: Saxifrage Family (Saxifragaceae) Similar species:   •   Naked Miterwort (Mitella nuda) - Plant and flowers very small and delicate, leaves round. Flowers: Spring;  White;  5 parts (petals) Leaves: Opposite/Whorled, Simple Habitat: Wet Areas Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 282    Native/Non-native: Native Origin and Meaning of Names:  Scientific Name: diphylla: two-leaved For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs: 249 photographs available. Range Map is at the bottom of the page