Trillium erectum var. erectum ( Trillium - Red Erect (Purple Wakerobin) )

The name erectum means the flowers are above the leaves and held in a upright position.
Seen along Chimney Tops, Cosby nature, Deep Creek-Indian Creek loop and Appalachian trails

Great Smoky Mt Nat. Pk. - 4/24/2011 - Deep Creek-Indian Creek loop trail
photos by H & M Ling