Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sylvatica
ID:
807211

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.M.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Native Orchid J. 7: 194 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806545



Common Names

  • Spiranthes sylvatica
  • Sylvatica False Buttonweed
  • Woodland False Buttonweed


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Description

Spiranthes sylvatica (also called Woodland Ladies' Tresses, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with white flowers and a three-angled stem. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America and grows in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spiranthes sylvatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spiranthes sylvatica has small white flowers, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiranthes sylvatica is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Spiranthes sylvatica

Spiranthes sylvatica is native to the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia.

Spiranthes sylvatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthes sylvatica?

Spiranthes sylvatica

What is the common name of Spiranthes sylvatica?

Woodland Spiranthes

What is the natural habitat of Spiranthes sylvatica?

Spiranthes sylvatica is found in wet meadows and marshes in the eastern United States

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-344808: Based on the initial data import
Paul Martin Brown (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.M.Br.' in the authors string.