Plants in genus vancouveria
Plants in genus vancouveria
Vancouveria hexandra
Vancouveria hexandra, a perennial herb native to the Pacific Northwest, is known for its delicate, white flowers that resemble shooting stars. It thrives in the moist, shady understory of Douglas fir forests, forming a slowly spreading, semi-evergreen groundcover. This plant prefers rich, well-drained soils and has been used medicinally to treat coughs and sinus congestion.