Spiranthes cernua

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drooping lady's tresses

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Other common names

late orchid, nodding ladies, nodding lady's tresses, twisted traces, twisted tresses, wild tuberose

Synonyms

Gyrostachys cernua

Botanical Details

Family
Orchidaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Spiranthes are small terrestrial or epiphytic orchids with tuberous roots and basal rosettes of papery or fleshy rounded leaves. Spiral racemes with tiny white flowers are borne along upright stems
Name Status
Correct