Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bulbosa
ID:
264530

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 950 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263862



Common Names

  • Arethusa bulbosa
  • Bulbosa Arethusa
  • Bulbous Arethusa


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Synonyms

  • Arethusa bulbosa albiflora E.L.Rand & Redfield [unknown]
  • Arethusa bulbosa subcaerulea E.L.Rand & Redfield [unknown]
  • Arethusa bulbosa bulbosa [unknown]

Description

Arethusa bulbosa (also called Dragon's Mouth, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has an erect stem with pink flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Arethusa bulbosa is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arethusa bulbosa is pink to purple and has three petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arethusa bulbosa is a terrestrial orchid native to the eastern United States and Canada. It is hardy in USDA zones 3-8. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in the same conditions as the parent plant.

Where to Find Arethusa bulbosa

Arethusa bulbosa is native to North America and can be found in the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Arethusa bulbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arethusa bulbosa?

Arethusa bulbosa

What is the common name of Arethusa bulbosa?

Dragon's Mouth

What is the natural habitat of Arethusa bulbosa?

Bogs and wet meadows

Species in the Arethusa genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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