Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
zahlbruckneri
ID:
314187

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Fleischm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 60: 451 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313519



Common Names

  • Spiranthes Zahlbruckneri
  • Zahlbruckner's Ladies' Tresses
  • Zahlbruckner's Spiranthes


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Description

Spiranthes zahlbruckneri (also called 'Zahlbruckner's Ladies' Tresses', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small white flowers and grows in wet, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spiranthes zahlbruckneri 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 zahlbruckneri 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 zahlbruckneri is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Spiranthes zahlbruckneri

Spiranthes zahlbruckneri is found in the United States and Mexico.

Spiranthes zahlbruckneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthes zahlbruckneri?

Spiranthes zahlbruckneri

What is the family of Spiranthes zahlbruckneri?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Spiranthes zahlbruckneri?

Zahlbruckneri

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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