Narrow-leaved Spring Beauty – 4/23/25

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 4/23/25

Observation Time: 9:30 a.m.

Observation Location: Sharon

Common Name: Narrow-leaved Spring Beauty

Scientific Name: Claytonia virginica

Comments: Its scientific name honors Colonial Virginia botanist John Clayton (1694–1773).

Spring Beauty is an endangered species in Massachusetts. Please do not dig up any wildflowers you may find in Sharon.  Wildflowers are adapted to the spot where they are growing, and often do not survive transplantation. Please leave wildflowers alone so everyone can enjoy them!

More Information: Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program