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Search Term(s): Isotria verticillata   (1 record found)

ORCHIDACEAE
Orchid Family
Isotria verticillata  (large whorled pogonia)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Isotria: from the Greek isos (equal) and tria (three), referring to the 3 sepals being of equal shape; verticillata: referring to a whorl
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Orchid
Phenology (Flowering Period)
May
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Dry to moist open woodlands and edges of swamps
State Status
Uncommon
Piedmont Status
Uncommon
Coastal Plain Status
Uncommon
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
7
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Forest Interior (Upland Piedmont)
Forest Interior (Upland Coastal Plain)
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