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Also occurs in
groups or clusters.
DESCRIPTION: A succulent, waxy white plant growing no
taller than 1' in height sometimes mistaken for a
fungus. Like a fungus, this plant does however get
its food from dead organic material (saprophytic).
The translucent stem is covered with scaly bracts
and terminated by a solitary nodding flower.
FLOWERS: June to October
HABITAT: Grows on woodland humus, decaying
organic matter directly and the roots of trees
OTHER INFORMATION: The stems straighten up as the plant
matures. Also, as the seed mature or if the plant
is picked, it turns black.