The very cold hardy Skunk Cabbage Spathes are starting to pop up everywhere. Within the Spathe is a heat producing(thermogenic) Spadix which is studded with tiny flowers. When the conditions are right, the Spathe opens, revealing the Spadix/flowers to bees/flies for pollination. The plant then leafs out normally.

[MikeNArk]

Interesting stuff. I am not familiar with these or haven't paid attention. Really good colors and patterns.

[angkymac]

Fascinating information about these plants.
Thanks for the info and the images!
Angky