Avens, Long-Plumed Purple

Geum triflorum

Also known commonly as "Prairie Smoke," this early-flowering low plant has long feathery filaments protruding from the flower, which when numerous suggest smoke.


8-16 inches, sun.


Late Spring (April-June).

Looking "smokier" toward the end of its blooming period.  

28 May 2020.

Prairie Smoke, 16 May 2020.