Sanguinaria Vaginata

Bloodroot, scientifically known as Sanguinaria vaginata, is a striking perennial plant native to eastern North America. It is characterized by its single, upright stem and a cluster of palmately divided leaves at the base. The plant produces a single, showy red flower in early spring, which is followed by a cluster of bright red berries. Bloodroot gets its name from the reddish sap that exudes from its roots, which has been used historically for medicinal and dye purposes. Despite its beauty, it is a rare and endangered species that requires specific habitat conditions to thrive.