August 2, 2021 by mgnvmmfSchizocarps_Mertensia_virginica_Fruit_Detail_Apr_ELM Four nutlets are encased in the immature schizocarps of Mertensia virginica (Virginia bluebells) in April. Photo © Elaine Mills About mgnvmmf Previous Post:Schizocarps_Mertensia_virginica_Fruit_Detail_Apr_ELM