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Pinesap [Monotropa hypopitys]

Flower      

Common Name: Pinesap
Scientic Name: Monotropa hypopitys
Colors: Red, Yellow
Months Appearing: August

Also called "False Beech-drops".

Saprophytic. Similar to Indian-pipe but red or yellow in color.

Height: 4-12 in.  Leaves: Scales.

Woods. Acid Soil.

Loda Lake National Forest.  August 25.