Southern Appalachian High-Elevation Rich Cove Forest – CEGL004973

Early spring aspect of a high-elevation rich cove forest in the upper, north-facing part of Brier Cove below Whiterock Mountain, Clinch Mountain State Wildlife Management Area (Smyth County).  Mayapple (Podophyllum peltatum), squirrel-corn (Dicentra canadensis), and ramps (Allium tricoccum) are among the patch-dominant herbs in this stand.