Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
spiralis
ID:
314119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chevall.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gén. Env. Paris 2: 330 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313451



Common Names

  • Spiranthes Spiralis
  • Spiral Ladies' Tresses
  • Spiral-flowered Ladies' Tresses


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Synonyms

  • Ibidium spirale (L.) Salisb. [unknown]
  • Neottia autumnalis (Balb.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Neottia spiralis Sw. [unknown]
  • Ophrys autumnalis Balb. [unknown]
  • Ophrys spiralis L. [unknown]
  • Serapias spiralis Scop. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes autumnalis (Balb.) Rich. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes glauca Raf. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes autumnalis major Rouy [unknown]
  • Spiranthes autumnalis bracteata E.G.Camus [unknown]
  • Spiranthes autumnalis oycoviensis Zapal. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes autumnalis parviflora Schur [unknown]
  • Spiranthes autumnalis parviflora Soó [unknown]
  • Tussaca autumnalis (Balb.) Desv. [unknown]
  • Epipactis spiralis Crantz [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys autumnalis (Balb.) Dumort. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys spiralis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Neottia autumnalis Pers. [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spiranthes spiralis is white, with a yellow-green lip. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiranthes spiralis 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 spiralis

Spiranthes spiralis is found in the United States and Mexico.

Spiranthes spiralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthes spiralis?

Spiranthes spiralis

What is the common name of Spiranthes spiralis?

Spiral Ladies' Tresses

What is the flowering season of Spiranthes spiralis?

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,

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