Patches of Green

 

In the woods at this time of year there is very little colour to be seen, other than the occasional outcrop of moss in the damper areas growing on old wood or stones..

 

When viewed close up there are a surprising number of different types of moss,  some of which are truly vibrant..

 

 

There is of course a down side to peering at mossy patches on the ground as I was to discover..

 

Whilst taking these photos I almost walked on these little plants growing up through the leaves..

 

I wasn't at all sure what they were - an American friend suggests a tulip in the middle and perhaps two 'Jack in the Pulpit' on either side.  The leaves were very unusual.