NC Native Plant Society:
Plant Details
Spiranthes tuberosa
Little Ladies'-tresses, Little Pearl-Twist, Ladies' Tresses
Scientific Name: |
Spiranthes tuberosa |
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Genus: |
Spiranthes |
Species Epithet: |
tuberosa |
Common Name: |
Little Ladies'-tresses, Little Pearl-Twist, Ladies' Tresses |
Plant Type |
Herb/Wildflower |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Plant Family |
Orchidaceae (Orchid Family) |
Native/Alien: |
NC Native |
Size: |
0-1 ft. |
Bloom Color(s): |
White |
Light: |
Part Shade - 2 to 6 hours of sun per day, Less than 2 hours of sun per day |
Soil Moisture: |
Dry, Moist |
Bloom Time: |
June, July, August, September |
Growing Area: |
Mountains, Piedmont, Sandhills, Coastal Plain |
Habitat Description: |
In a wide variety of habitats, especially relatively well-drained woodlands and fields, sandhills, dry hammocks, dry pine flatwoods. Common throughout NC. |
Leaf Arrangement: |
Basal |
Leaf Retention: |
Deciduous |
Leaf Type: |
Leaves veined, not needle-like or scale-like |
Leaf Form: |
Simple |
Life Cycle: |
Perennial |
Wildlife Value: |
No known wildlife value |
Landscape Value: |
Suitable for home landscapes |
State Rank: |
S3: Vulnerable (*Key) |
Global Rank: |
G5 - Secure (*Key) |
Notes: |
Flora of North America "This species is easily recognized by its pure white flowers, broad crisped lip, and fugacious leaves." |
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Links: |
North American Orchid Conservation Center |
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