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Microthelys rubrocallosa

Microthelys rubrocallosa (B.L. Rob. & Greenm.) Garay

Green Medusa Orchid

Orchidaceae (Orchid family)

Synonym(s): Spiranthes rubrocallosa

USDA Symbol: MIRU6

USDA Native Status: L48 (N)

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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Herb
Fruit Type: Capsule
Size Notes: Up to about 14 inches tall.

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: White , Green , Brown
Bloom Time: Jul , Aug

Distribution

USA: NM
Native Habitat: Terrestrial, growing in moist conifer forests.

Propagation

Propagation Material: Seeds

Web Reference

Webref 35 - Go Orchids (2019) North American Orchid Conservation Center (NAOCC)

Additional resources

USDA: Find Microthelys rubrocallosa in USDA Plants
FNA: Find Microthelys rubrocallosa in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Microthelys rubrocallosa

Metadata

Record Modified: 2019-06-25
Research By: CBR

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