Spiranthes ovalis var. ovalis
October Lady's Tresses
Also known as: Ibidium parviflorum Jenn. +2 more
- Ibidium parviflorum Jenn.
- Spiranthes cernua var. parviflora Chapm.
- Spiranthes smallii Schltr.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in North America, Spiranthes ovalis var. ovalis (commonly known as October lady's tresses) is an orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Within its native range, this variety is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Spiranthes ovalis, which is linked below, along with other varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas
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