Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mertensiana
ID:
925013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bong.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Veg. Ins. Sitcha : 165 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924348



Common Names

  • Mertens' Coralroot
  • Mertens' Coral Root Orchid
  • Mertens' Coral Orchid


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Description

Corallorhiza mertensiana (also called Mertens' Coralroot, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single stem and a single leaf. It is native to North America and is found in moist forests, meadows, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Corallorhiza mertensiana is a wildflower that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has a unique and attractive flower that is a deep purple-red color. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used in areas with dry soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corallorhiza mertensiana is a small, white, 5-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corallorhiza mertensiana can be propagated by division. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two buds each and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Corallorhiza mertensiana

Corallorhiza mertensiana can be found in the temperate forests of North America.

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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