One Tree, One Perennial under a tree

Decent size tree, thought breaking bud was pretty distinctive so have posted that in hope of ID

This one I see all over the place, just don't know what the heck it is. Seems to like being under large trees.

Thanks for your time on these,

MXB

 

I'd suspect Daphne laureola for #2

 

Very cool.
I looked it up and this site has a good write up on them:

http://www.the-tree.org.uk/EnchantedForest/WoodlandFlowers/spurgelaurel.htm

Thx for the ID.

No ideas on the other one?

MXB

 

Daphne laureola is rather invasive and seeds itself into wild areas, where it can change the soil chemistry and inhibit native plants. I try to remove them. Plant Daphne odora in there place.

 

I had a feeling it might be that way inclined. My intention is to pull it up and mulch under the tree instead.

Thanks for the feedback,

MXB

 

Show a larger view of tree. If any leaves left on the ground from last year, show those as well.