{"product_id":"virginia-sweetspire-20-seeds-itea-virginica-copy","title":"Bishop’s Cap  100 Seeds  Mitella diphylla","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eMitella diphylla, commonly known as twoleaf miterwort or bishop’s cap, is a delicate perennial wildflower native to the rich, moist woodlands of eastern North America. This shade-loving plant typically grows 6 to 12 inches tall and is easily recognized by its unique, fringed, star-like white flowers that appear in spring, creating an airy, lacy effect along slender, wiry stems. The blooms are arranged in a loose raceme and feature deeply cut petals that resemble tiny snowflakes, adding subtle elegance to the forest understory. As its name suggests, Mitella diphylla has a pair of opposite leaves situated about halfway up the stem, with additional basal leaves forming a small rosette at the plant’s base; these leaves are heart-shaped to round with shallow lobes and a soft green color. Thriving in humus-rich, consistently moist soils, this species is an excellent indicator of healthy woodland habitats. It attracts small pollinators such as flies and bees, while its unobtrusive growth habit makes it a charming addition to native shade gardens or naturalized woodland settings. Beyond its ornamental appeal, Mitella diphylla plays an ecological role in supporting early-season pollinators, and its subtle beauty makes it a favorite among wildflower enthusiasts seeking understated woodland charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Floridaseeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44671530205237,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/0813\/5221\/files\/26641322410_cb9797b28f_b_143ae17b-c347-4869-8a77-808168b72fb6.jpg?v=1756748780","url":"https:\/\/floridaseeds.net\/products\/virginia-sweetspire-20-seeds-itea-virginica-copy","provider":"R\u0026B Floridaseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}