This interesting wildflower was found at Fletcher Park on 20 & 21 April 2013. Garlic Mustard [Alliaria petiolata] has coarsely-toothed leaves with small 4-petal, white flowers. It is a member of the Mustard (Brassicaceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 138-139, says the “leaves smell of garlic when crushed.” USDA Plant Listing: Alliaria petiolata
