**Description:** A small evergreen herb with dark green leaves featuring a striking white stripe down the center.
**Size:** 4 to 10 inches tall.
**Identification:** Also known as "Pipsissewa." Features waxy, toothed leaves arranged in whorls and nodding white or pink flowers in summer.
**Historical Use:** The leaves contain natural compounds historically used to treat fevers and kidney ailments.
**Habitat:** Dry, acidic soils under oak and pine trees.