Befaria racemosa (Tar Flower)

Befaria racemosa, also known as Tar Flower or Fly Catcher, is a deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is a member of the family Ericaceae and can reach a height of 5 feet. The Tar Flower has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are clustered together on racemes, hence the specific epithet 'racemosa'. This plant is known for attracting flies, which it catches as a source of nutrients.