Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ovalis
ID:
314016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 466 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313348



Common Names

  • Spiranthes Ovalis
  • Oval Ladies' Tresses
  • Oval-flowered Ladies' Tresses


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Synonyms

  • Ibidium ovalis (Lindl.) House [unknown]
  • Spiranthes parviflora Ames [illegitimate]
  • Triorchos ovalis (Lindl.) House [unknown]
  • Triorchis ovalis Nieuwl. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys ovalis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ibidium ovale House [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys parviflora Small [unknown]

Description

Spiranthes ovalis (also called Oval Ladies' Tresses, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid, native to North America, and can be found in moist meadows, grasslands and open woods. It has a single, slender stem, with leaves that are linear and grass-like in shape and have a smooth texture.

Uses & Benefits

Spiranthes ovalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Spiranthes ovalis var. ovalis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spiranthes ovalis is a white or pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a black or dark brown color. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiranthes ovalis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Spiranthes ovalis

Spiranthes ovalis is found in the United States and Mexico.

Spiranthes ovalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthes ovalis?

Spiranthes ovalis

What is the common name of Spiranthes ovalis?

Oval Ladies' Tresses

What is the flowering season of Spiranthes ovalis?

Late summer to early autumn

Species in the Spiranthes genus

Spiranthes aestivalis, Spiranthes australis, Spiranthes brevilabris, Spiranthes casei, Spiranthes cernua, Spiranthes delitescens, Spiranthes diluvialis, Spiranthes flexuosa, Spiranthes graminea, Spiranthes hongkongensis, Spiranthes infernalis, Spiranthes intermedia, Spiranthes lacera, Spiranthes laciniata, Spiranthes longilabris, Spiranthes lucida, Spiranthes magnicamporum, Spiranthes nebulorum, Spiranthes ochroleuca, Spiranthes odorata, Spiranthes ovalis, Spiranthes porrifolia, Spiranthes praecox, Spiranthes pusilla, Spiranthes romanzoffiana, Spiranthes simpsonii, Spiranthes sinensis, Spiranthes spiralis, Spiranthes suishanensis, Spiranthes torta, Spiranthes triloba, Spiranthes tuberosa, Spiranthes vernalis, Spiranthes zahlbruckneri, Spiranthes eatonii, Spiranthes eamesii, Spiranthes sylvatica, Spiranthes sunii, Spiranthes stellata, Spiranthes heteroaustralis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-194437: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.