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Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) Flowers TAS 08-04-21

Spicebush is an abundant shrub in wooded areas of the swamp. It is the host plant for caterpillars of the spicebush swallowtail butterfly. The small flowers are only visible for a few days in early spring. It is named for the aromatic odor of the leaves.

Exposure mode: shutter priority (semi-auto)
Exposure time: 0.0050 s (1/200)
Aperture: f/7.1
Focal length: 85.0mm (35mm equivalent: 222mm)
ISO: 100
Flash: No
Camera model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT
Shooting date: April 21, 2008 09:40:19