Great Plains Ladies' Tresses
NameGreat Plains Ladies' Tresses
Species NameSpiranthes magnicamporum
Common NameGreat Plains Ladies' Tresses
Bonsai Styleformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)3
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresslender stem
Foliage Typegrass-like leaves
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive spiral arrangement of white flowers along the stalk, resembling a braided tress.
Description
This specimen displays a striking inflorescence of numerous small, white, tubular flowers arranged in a dense spiral around an upright stem. The individual flowers have delicate, ruffled lips and are tightly packed, creating a distinctive braided appearance. It is a terrestrial orchid native to North America.
