There are many varieties of Spiderworts and Dayflowers, including those cultivated in flower gardens. Mountain Spiderwort (Tradescantia subaspera) is a Smoky Mountains wildflower that can be found up to mid-elevations. The photos on this page were taken in late May along Ace Gap Trail in the northwestern corner of the Smokies.
Spiderworts are ephemeral, blooming in the morning, and if pollinated the blossom quickly fades. Another common name is Zig-zag plant, due to the way the leaves are attached to the stems.
The William Britten Gallery on Glades Rd in Gatlinburg, TN features my complete display of Smoky Mountains photos. There may be a Smokies memory there for you to take home!
Also, if you are a wildflower enthusiast, please join my Smoky Mountains Wildflowers Community on Facebook. We trade photos and tips on bloom locations.