All species of Hexastylis, which have evergreen heart-shaped leathery leaves that are spicily aromatic when crushed, are commonly called wild-ginger. They are closely related to the deciduous Asarum, also called wild-ginger, but not to true gingers.

This wild-ginger is a less common and more petite version of the abundant Hexastylis arifolia (Little Brown Jug, Arrowleaf Heartleaf).

Durham Co., NC 3/25/2012.

Durham Co., NC 3/25/2012.

The flowers, resembling little brown jugs, are often buried under leaves. They appear in early spring

Durham Co., NC 3/25/2012.

Orange Co., NC 4/15/2012.