Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vernalis
ID:
314170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engelm. & A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Boston J. Nat. Hist. 5: 236 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313502



Common Names

  • Spiranthes Vernalis
  • Spring Ladies' Tresses
  • Spring-flowering Ladies' Tresses


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Synonyms

  • Ibidium vernalis (Engelm. & A.Gray) House [unknown]
  • Ophrys aestivalis Michx. [illegitimate]
  • Spiranthes ensifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes graminea praecox Britton, Sterns & Poggenb. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes reverchonii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Triorchos linearis (Rydb.) Nieuwl. [unknown]
  • Triorchos vernalis (Engelm. & A.Gray) House [unknown]
  • Triorchos xyridifolius (Small) Britton [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys ensifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys linearis Rydb. in Britton [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys praecox Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys reverchonii Small [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys vernalis (Engelm. & A.Gray) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys xyridifolia Small [unknown]
  • Ibidium vernale (Engelm. & A.Gray) House [unknown]
  • Spiranthes reverchonii (Small) Cory [unknown]

Description

Spiranthes vernalis (also called Spring 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 vernalis 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 vernalis 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 vernalis is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The divided clumps should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Spiranthes vernalis

Spiranthes vernalis is found in the United States and Canada.

Spiranthes vernalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthes vernalis?

Spiranthes vernalis

What is the family of Spiranthes vernalis?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Spiranthes vernalis?

Vernalis

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-194578: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.