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Spiranthes odorata
Spiranthes odorata (Nutt.) Lindl.
Marsh Ladies'-tresses, Fragrant Ladies'-tresses, Marsh Lady's Tresses
Orchidaceae (Orchid Family)
Synonym(s): Spiranthes cernua var. odorata
USDA Symbol: spod
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
In southern marshes and swamps, Spiranthes odorata grows to 2-3 feet tall (60-90 cm) and has spirally arranged inflorescences of fragrant flowers.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Complexity: Simple
Fruit Type: Capsule
Size Notes: Up to about 3 feet tall.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: WhiteBloom Time: Sep , Oct , Nov , Dec
Distribution
USA: AL , AR , FL , GA , KY , LA , MD , MS , NC , NJ , OK , RI , SC , TN , VANational Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | OBL | OBL | OBL |
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Delaware Nature Society - Hockessin, DE
Longwood Gardens - Kennett Square, PA
Mt. Cuba Center - Hockessin, DE
Web Reference
Webref 38 - Flora of North America (2019) Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis, MO & Harvard University Herbaria, Cambridge, MA.Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona Chapter
Additional resources
USDA: Find Spiranthes odorata in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Spiranthes odorata in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Spiranthes odorata
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-04-25Research By: TWC Staff